Direct Support Professional
ph3Key/Essential Functions Responsibilities /h3 ul liResponsible for the overall supervision, protection, and care of the individual at all times including maintenance of house rules for the protection of individuals, facilitating learning and training in fire safety and identifying and appropriately escalating signs of an individual’s potential harm to self or others. /li liProvides support in a variety of settings and in accordance with each person’s individualized service and behavior support plans, utilizing support skills for people with moderate to complex levels of need. /li liEnsures health, wellness and safety by providing appropriate supervision of the people we support and by managing crisis situations while adhering to policies, procedures and regulations. /li liEnsures implementation of plans of protective oversight, as well Individual Behavior Support Plans (IBSPs)/ Individualized Program Plans (IPPs) for all people we support. /li liMaintains a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy environment. Ensures maintenance upkeep and safety based on facility/program structure. Utilizes safe appropriate handing procedures when working with individuals and implements COVID mitigation and infection control protocols. /li liAssists individuals in maximizing their strengths, interests, and abilities, upholding their personal rights, providing emotional support and building positive relationships. /li liSupports people to meet personal goals that characterize quality of life, engages in respectful communications/conversations through person-first language, encourages socializing and facilitates activities that provide social capital and connections to the community. /li liEnsures person-centered plans are implemented and assists with a variety of tasks for people we support, as appropriate/authorized,
including: ul liProviding personal care /li liAssisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) /li liEnsuring that medication is administered as prescribed, according to guidelines /li liTeaching/developing skills /li liSupporting person-centered advocacy with the individual /li liAssisting in communication, self-expression and resolving disputes amongst individuals /li liFacilitating ethical decision making /li liProviding supervision for and/or planning and preparing balanced meals and snacks for people we support in accordance with dietary restrictions and guidelines of specific individuals. /li liTransporting and escorting individuals on recreational activities, medical appointments, home visits etc. /li liAssisting people with making purchases, as well safeguarding personal allowance funds and any additional funds provided /li /ul /li liCompletes and maintains all necessary trainings based on program and position to ensure compliance with YAI policies and licensing regulations and applies skills. /li liReviews communication logs daily and makes entries of events, progress notes, services and/or information; collects and enters data as part of daily operations using an electronic health record. /li liReviews and completes all other required paperwork and documentation to ensure compliance and/or billing, as applicable, completely and accurately and within appropriate timeframes (e.g.,
notifications, logging, incident reports, update files, maintenance requests, phone calls, tracking of incidents and evening and weekend reports). /li liMaintains a therapeutic environment through a variety of methods: Personal Outcome Measures, Person Centered Thinking, Informed Decision Making and Trauma-Informed Approaches. /li liServes as a member of a highly effective team (teamwork w/in the circle of support), providing feedback and communicating programmatic needs to members of team and maintaining a solution-oriented approach during conflicts. /li liConsults with program leadership, clinical and other direct support staff to ensure streamlined and top-quality care for individuals and attends and actively participates in team meetings. /li liUsing foundational teaching skills (EMOE, task analysis, essential skills, supports and modifications, etc.) and progressive teaching. /li liComplies with all Federal, State, Local and other relevant regulatory agency requirements, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). /li liCompletes and maintains Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) requirements for certification/license (RBT or LPT) and for all other required recertifications and trainings, as needed. ul liDemonstrates and models all skills of DSP/RBT with a person centered and trauma informed approach /li liUnder appropriate supervision: ul liParticipates in the development of treatment plans /li liDevelops and maintains understanding of specialized clinical knowledge for person specific needs (supporting adults, challenging behaviors, autism spectrum disorders, complex medical needs) /li liImplements Behavior Support Plans (BSPs). /li liCollects, records, and summarizes data
including: ul liProviding personal care /li liAssisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) /li liEnsuring that medication is administered as prescribed, according to guidelines /li liTeaching/developing skills /li liSupporting person-centered advocacy with the individual /li liAssisting in communication, self-expression and resolving disputes amongst individuals /li liFacilitating ethical decision making /li liProviding supervision for and/or planning and preparing balanced meals and snacks for people we support in accordance with dietary restrictions and guidelines of specific individuals. /li liTransporting and escorting individuals on recreational activities, medical appointments, home visits etc. /li liAssisting people with making purchases, as well safeguarding personal allowance funds and any additional funds provided /li /ul /li liCompletes and maintains all necessary trainings based on program and position to ensure compliance with YAI policies and licensing regulations and applies skills. /li liReviews communication logs daily and makes entries of events, progress notes, services and/or information; collects and enters data as part of daily operations using an electronic health record. /li liReviews and completes all other required paperwork and documentation to ensure compliance and/or billing, as applicable, completely and accurately and within appropriate timeframes (e.g.,
notifications, logging, incident reports, update files, maintenance requests, phone calls, tracking of incidents and evening and weekend reports). /li liMaintains a therapeutic environment through a variety of methods: Personal Outcome Measures, Person Centered Thinking, Informed Decision Making and Trauma-Informed Approaches. /li liServes as a member of a highly effective team (teamwork w/in the circle of support), providing feedback and communicating programmatic needs to members of team and maintaining a solution-oriented approach during conflicts. /li liConsults with program leadership, clinical and other direct support staff to ensure streamlined and top-quality care for individuals and attends and actively participates in team meetings. /li liUsing foundational teaching skills (EMOE, task analysis, essential skills, supports and modifications, etc.) and progressive teaching. /li liComplies with all Federal, State, Local and other relevant regulatory agency requirements, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). /li liCompletes and maintains Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) requirements for certification/license (RBT or LPT) and for all other required recertifications and trainings, as needed. ul liDemonstrates and models all skills of DSP/RBT with a person centered and trauma informed approach /li liUnder appropriate supervision: ul liParticipates in the development of treatment plans /li liDevelops and maintains understanding of specialized clinical knowledge for person specific needs (supporting adults, challenging behaviors, autism spectrum disorders, complex medical needs) /li liImplements Behavior Support Plans (BSPs). /li liCollects, records, and summarizes data