Grow Developmental Disability Solutions Job Description: Direct Support Worker for Children and/or Adults with Developmental Disabilities Job Title: Direct Support Professional (DSP) Rate of Pay: $24 per hour Position Type: W2 Date Updated: 10/10/2024 Job Summary: The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for providing in-home support to children and/or adults with developmental disabilities. This includes assisting with daily living skills, personal care, and fostering independence. These responsibilities are in alignment with the Individual Support Plans (ISP) developed by the Oregon Department of Human Services. The DSP helps clients improve life skills such as cooking, cleaning, scheduling, shopping, transportation, housing, budgeting, community involvement, and more. Accurate daily documentation of progress is required. Roles and Responsibilities: Support in Daily Living: o Assist with personal care, including hygiene, grooming, and daily routines. o Implement skill-building activities as outlined in the ISP to foster independence. o Support clients in household tasks such as cooking, cleaning, budgeting, and more. Community Integration and Socialization: o Provide transportation and accompany individuals to appointments, outings, and social activities. o Encourage social participation and integration into the community. Documentation and Reporting: o Complete and submit daily progress notes and reports according to State and agency requirements. o Communicate effectively with Grow’s management team, client/guardians, and other professionals apart of the client’s care team. Emergency Response: o Be responsive and prepared to handle emergencies and critical situations effectively. This may include filling out additional documentation upon request such as a Serious Incident Report. General Staff Qualifications: A staff member providing services to an individual must meet the following qualifications: Background and Compliance: o Ability to pass a background check through the Orchard Background Check Unit and pass periodic driving record checks. o Must not be listed on the excluded or debarred providers list by the Office of the Inspector General. Competency and Experience: o Competency in handling high-pressure situations. o Experience in providing general care and support for individuals with developmental disabilities. o Knowledge of home care services and proficiency in supporting life skills development. o Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions and orders. Communication Skills: o Proficient in both written and oral communication. o Able to communicate effectively with individuals, health care providers, case managers, and others involved in care. o Expected to keep an open line of communication with Grow’s management team, clients, and anyone else involved in the clients’ care plan. Education and Licensing: o High school diploma or equivalent required. o Hold a current, valid, and unrestricted professional license or certification where applicable. o Current driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation. Technology and Tools: o Must own and be proficient in using a smartphone for work-related tasks. Additional Requirements: o At least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States. o Understand and maintain confidentiality of personal information and adhere to all privacy standards. o Certified in CPR and First Aid upon starting employment and maintaining certification. o All other required trainings and documents need to be kept up to date, renewed, and sent into management. This could include Mandatory Abuse, DEI training, current auto insurance, etc. o Complete 24 hours of job-related in-service training annually. Working Conditions: Location: In-home or community-based settings, providing direct care to individuals. Environment: May involve physical assistance, including lifting or transferring individuals, and handling emergencies. Schedule: Must be available for flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Equal Opportunity Employer: Grow Developmental Disability Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and encourage individuals with disabilities to apply. Here is a current list of clients needing help. Client #1:
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