Clinical Direct Support Professional

Job Description

Job Description

If you are looking to make an impact through a meaningful and rewarding career, we are currently seeking talented, creative, and committed people who share our values of Challenging the Status Quo, Building Community , Creating Purpose, and Ensuring Inclusion by fostering individuals’ development, well-being, and growth.

In 1951, The Kennedy Center was founded to create a safe space where individuals with disabilities would have the same opportunities as every other person.

We believe every life is sacred and every individual brings value to their relationships, their work, and their communities.

Since then, a consistent thread of giving back has been woven into the fabric of The Kennedy Collective SM and all we do.

Having grown from a program serving 15 children to a multifaceted organization that positively impacts over 2000 individuals with disabilities annually, our commitment to creating pathways for people to thrive by unleashing potential and empowering abilities is as strong today as it was yesterday.

Job purpose :

Utilize Applied Behavior Analysis to teach individuals with significant clinical needs new skills utilizing procedures rooted in behavioral science and creating learning environments that are safe, motivating, and supportive.

The clinical DSP will also be responsible for providing feedback and collecting data as it relates to the program established for each individual.

Competencies : (6)

• Person-Centered Supports : 15%
• Promoting Physical and Emotional Well-Being : 15%
• Justice, Fairness and Equity : 15%
• Self-Determination : 15%
• Advocacy : 15%
• Ethics / Integrity : 25%

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Provide Applied Behavior Analysis therapy with individuals who have significant behavioral needs.
• Follow the prescribed Treatment and Behavior Support Plan.
• Ensure that all Kennedy Collective, State, and Insurance regulations, and policies are adhered to.
• Collect and record behavior and skill acquisition data.
• Record notes for each session using Therap.
• Ensure all training courses are current.
• Provide professional and timely communication with co-workers, supervisor, family members and guardians and other team members.
• Assist the BCBA in preparing and organizing client materials as instructed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Ensure the protection of the individual’s rights and safety by following HIPAA regulations, ensuring privacy, and reporting any type of abuse or neglect.
• Intervene in emergencies and behavioral situations as needed.
• Maintain a comfortable home or program space, ensuring a clean and safe environment.
• Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications :

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to work independently and as well as part of a team using good judgment and a sense of initiative.
• Work a flexible schedule that may include mornings, evenings, and weekends.
• Knowledge and skill with Microsoft Office and the Internet.
• At least one year prior experience working with individuals with significant behavioral needs.

Physical Requirements :

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Have the physical endurance to use PMT holds.
• Have the physical endurance to be able to lift and transfer individuals as assigned.
• Ability to provide personal care which may include toileting, bathing, feeding, lifting, and transferring an individual.

Our employee benefits package includes Medical & Dental, Life / AD&D, Disability, Paid time off and Retirement.

The Kennedy CollectiveSM is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to equal employment opportunity for all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, genetic information, military service, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Minorities, Women, Individuals with Disabilities, and Veterans are especially encouraged to apply.

Saturday 730a-1p