Direct Support Professional; DSP

Position Information

• JOB TITLE:
  
  Direct Support Professional
• JOB FUNCTION:
  Deliver direct services to designated individuals
• REPORTS TO:
  
  Program Supervisor or other designated supervisor
• PROGRAM:
  Assigned Program
• LOCATION:
  
  Assigned Location

• Actively support and further the Mission of The Arc.
• Ensure and provide supervision, personal care training and active treatment including medication administration when necessary as outlined in individuals service plan and implementation strategies, and ensure safety and well-being of designated individuals at all times.
• Provide programmatic input and preparatory information for individual staffing, including progress reports, assessments, baseline data, individual interests or preferences and recommendations.
• Maintain documentation in compliance with agency and regulatory standards (e.g. individual data sheets, incident reports, payroll, etc.). Provide input of individual progress and needs for programmatic purposes.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment including use of good body mechanics, universal precautions, and personal protective equipment as necessary.
• Maintain agency property/equipment. Request supplies and repairs as necessary.
• Ensure self-advocacy training for individuals and ensure informed choices are being offered.