Access Services
Individual & Family Services
BehaviorSupportDirectSupportProfessional
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“Behavior Support Direct Support Professional at Access Services. Skills: Behavior Support, Direct Support, Crisis Management. Assist individuals with developmental intellectual disabilities. Provide creative support in community”
What You'll Achieve.
enable each individual to flourish; maintain or increase their independence; live their best lives; provide the highest quality care
Industry & Context.
Creative problem solving
background checks, physical examination results, driving clearances, 2 letters of reference: one from a client or family and one from a supervisor, Stand, sit or run by self, Able to move and stay with an individual, Able to assist an individual who has fallen, Walk, climb stairs by self, Perform household tasks, Perform tasks within the community
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Education, Special Education, Counseling, Social Work or Gerontology, High School Diploma/GED equivalency with one year (equaling at least 1000 hours) of experience as a Direct Support Professional, NADD Certification, valid driver's license, access to a reliable vehicle during work hours, U.S. driver's license for at least two years, listed as a driver on a valid auto insurance policy, Ability to teach basic daily living skills, Ability and willingness to provide personal care, Ability to establish effective working relationships with individuals, their families, case managers and the general public, Ability to express ideas clearly with the individual and family, Ability to express idea’s verbally and document clear and precise outcomes as documented in the PSP, Commitment to Resident Rights and individuality of the person being served, Ability to manage time and work independently within provided guidelines, Skills acquired from training on autism spectrum disorders, experience in managing medical needs, behavior management, Proficiency in, or ability to learn and use, workplace applications, platforms and technologies
Nice to Have
NADD Competency Based Clinical Certification, NADD Competency-Based Dual Diagnosis Certification, NADD Competency-Based Direct-Support Professional Certification, Registered Behavior Technician, Certified Nursing Assistant, Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst
What You'll Do.
Assist individuals with developmental intellectual disabilities
Provide creative support in community
Provide support as outlined in plan of care
Utilize approved interventions
Maintain appropriate case notes
Engage in supervision
Engage in professional development
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Ability to establish effective working relationships with individuals, their families, case managers and the general public
Communication Scope
Ability to express ideas clearly with the individual and family; Ability to express idea’s verbally and document clear and precise outcomes
Full Job Description
[](https://thenadd.org/)**Access Services is seeking a Behavior Support "Enhanced" DSP (Direct Support Professional) to join our Home and Community Supports team in Malvern, PA!** This enhanced case has a schedule of Monday-Friday 9:00AM-4:00PM and will be worked primarily in the community. The ideal candidate will be confident and comfortable with behaviors. The individual being served can be hands-on and responds well to support professionals who demonstrate a consistent, predictable, and strong presence, so they feel safe. _**If you are not qualified for our "Enhanced" DSP role, we have DSP openings throughout the surrounding areas you may be qualified for.**_ ` As a Direct Support Professional, you will have the opportunity to provide supports to adults with developmental disabilities/Autism who desire to continue living in a home environment for as long as possible. Your daily actions as a Direct Support Professional will enable each individual to flourish in their desired home context, maintain or increase their independence, and live their best lives. Your goal is to provide the highest quality care for each individual. **Key Responsibilities of the DSP: ** * Direct Support Professionals will assist individuals with developmental intellectual disabilities in the region where you serve. You will provide creative support through a variety of tasks and activities in the community. * Direct Support Professionals will provide support as outlined in the individual’s plan of care utilizing approved interventions. This includes safe crisis management techniques, emotional support, and positive reinforcement. * Direct Support Professionals will maintain appropriate case notes for the individuals served. * Direct Support Professionals will engage in supervision, training, and professional development. **Requirements** _Candidates must meet all qualifying and ongoing job criteria including background checks, physical examination results, and driving clearances. _ **Enha
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