Home Manager-Direct Support Professional; Monroe

Position: Home Manager-Direct Support Professional (Monroe)
# Home Manager-Direct Support Professional (Monroe)
VERMILLION, SD 57069;
Vermillion, SD 57069
* Understands and supports the achievement of Personal Outcomes.
* Model appropriate behavior for individuals supported.
* Participate in Individual Support Plan meetings for all individuals assigned.
* To ensure the Individual Support Plan is being implemented according to agency practices and all state and national standards.
* Model and observe the implementation of each person’s Individual Support Plan.
* Initiate meetings for revisions to the Individual Support Plan for any major change in the individual’s life by contacting the Assistant Director of Services.
* Assist and train DSPs in implementing each person’s Individual Support Plan.
* Initiate an information exchange with other staff to develop, conduct and complete appropriate assessments.
* Ensure objectives, goals, Positive Behavior Support Plans, individual budgets and rights restrictions are implemented and documentation is completed.
* Responsible for maintaining a current and accurate balance in an individual’s checkbook.  Assist individuals in recording all income and paying monthly expenditures.
* Review all Therap communications and General Event Records for needed action.
* Administer medications and monitor medication policies to insure that people served are receiving appropriate medications and that documentation occurs.  Ensure that an adequate supply of medication is on-hand at all times.
* Ensure that all health related supports and instructions are carried out and documented.
* Use supported routines to support individuals in meal assistance, walking and transferring, personal hygiene, etc. as defined in a person’s Individual Support Plan.
* Assist people in setting up transportation to and from work, appointments, shopping and leisure activities as required.
* Assist in monitoring, on an on-going basis, reporting requirements to ensure completion and accuracy for programs including, but not limited to the Child and Adult Nutrition Program (CANS), short term objectives, attendance sheets, etc.
* Willingly accepts and promotes state of the art techniques and philosophies in providing supports for people.
* Attain and maintain CPR and medication certification.
* Ensures the safety and well-being of each individual served.
* Perform all other duties as assigned or required to fulfill the responsibilities of the position.## Qualifications
** Qualifications
* ** Graduate from an accredited high school, or GED, and a minimum of three years’ experience in working with persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
* Is committed to assisting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to develop and achieve their personal outcomes.
* Deals effectively and decisively with problems in a studied and sequential manner; engenders trust and confidence in his/her dealing with other staff members and community members.
* Has excellent interpersonal skills; can communicate effectively orally and in writing.
* Maintains an on-going awareness of trends and programs in the field of developmental disabilities.
* A self-starter who requires minimal supervision; has high energy and commitment to perform the duties of the position and carry out the mission of Sesdac, Inc.
* Basic computer skills with background in Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
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