Access Services
Individual & Family Services
DirectSupportProfessional:DayProgram
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“Direct Support Professional: Day Program at Access Services. Skills: Direct Support, Individual Support Plan, Personal Care, Community Inclusion. Implement Individual Support Plan. Record daily service note”
What You'll Achieve.
Maintain independence; Increase independence; Live best lives
Industry & Context.
Exercise good judgment; Discretion
Background checks, Physical examination, Clearances, Travel during workday, Drive personal vehicle, Drive agency vehicle, Safe driving, Substance abuse screening, Stand throughout shifts, Walk throughout shifts, Bend throughout shifts, Kneel throughout shifts, Reach throughout shifts, Climb stairs throughout shifts, Assist with mobility, Lift up to 50 pounds, Transfer up to 50 pounds, Push up to 50 pounds, Pull up to 50 pounds, Push wheelchair, Maneuver wheelchair, Assist into vehicles, Secure in wheelchair vans, Use adaptive equipment, Use safety restraints, Provide hands-on assistance, Assist with personal care, Assist with positioning, Assist with daily living, Sufficient visual acuity, Sufficient auditory acuity, Monitor safety, Communicate effectively, Respond promptly, Reliable transportation, Accompany to activities, Transport to activities, Work in community, Provide direct care, Provide direct support, Stand by self, Sit by self, Run by self, Provide proper care, Provide supervision, Move with individual, Stay with individual, Keep individual safe, Assist fallen individual, Walk by self, Climb stairs by self, Perform household tasks, Perform community tasks, Ensure individual safety, Ensure ISP compliance
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Valid driver's license, Access to reliable vehicle, U.S. driver's license for two years, Listed as driver on auto insurance, Ability to travel during workday, Ability to drive personal vehicle, Ability to drive agency vehicle, Drive in a safe manner, Meet Motor Vehicle Policy eligibility, Available and willing to drive, Pass substance abuse screening, Ability to teach daily living skills, Ability to provide personal care, Establish and maintain working relationships, Exercise good judgment and discretion, Ability to express ideas succinctly, Ability to work independently, Ability to work in groups, Ability to adapt to working environments, Maintain cooperative and caring attitude, Commitment to Individual Rights, Ability to navigate network drives, Basic hardware use and troubleshooting, Remain attentive, responsive, and engaged, Regularly required to stand, Regularly required to walk, Regularly required to bend, Regularly required to kneel, Regularly required to reach, Regularly required to climb stairs, Assist individuals with mobility, Lift up to 50 pounds, Transfer individuals up to 50 pounds, Push individuals up to 50 pounds, Pull individuals up to 50 pounds, Push wheelchair, Maneuver wheelchair, Push manual wheelchair, Maneuver manual wheelchair, Push power wheelchair, Maneuver power wheelchair, Assist individuals into vehicles, Safely secure individuals in vans, Use adaptive equipment, Use safety restraints, Provide hands-on physical assistance, Assist with personal care, Assist with positioning, Assist with daily living activities, Sufficient visual acuity, Sufficient auditory acuity, Monitor safety, Communicate effectively, Respond promptly to needs, Respond promptly to emergencies, Reliable transportation, Accompany individuals to community activities, Transport individuals to community activities, Work in program sites, Work in the community, Provide direct care, Provide support to individuals, Stand by self, Sit by self, Run by self, Provide proper care, Provide supervision with an individual, Move with an individual, Stay with an individual, Keep individual safe, Assist individual who has fallen, Walk by self, Climb stairs by self, Complete household tasks, Complete community tasks, Perform laundry, Perform cleaning, Complete meal routines, Go shopping, Dine out, Ensure individual's safety, Ensure proper direct care, Ensure ISP compliance
Nice to Have
High school diploma or GED preferred, One year direct care experience, Experience with intellectual disabilities preferred
What You'll Do.
Implement Individual Support Plan
Record daily service note
Complete other documentation
Ensure highest quality of care
Help individuals meet needs
Establish secure environment
Establish positive environment
Nurture individual needs
Nurture self-expression
Facilitate community inclusion
Facilitate experiences
Facilitate activities
Promote independence in daily activities
Promote independence in learning
Promote independence in leisure
Promote independence in volunteer opportunities
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Program Specialist; Team Lead
Communication Scope
Oral expression; Written expression
Full Job Description
We are hiring a dedicated and caring **Direct Support Professional to join our Day Program team in Dresher, PA!** As a Direct Support Professional in our Day Program, you will have the opportunity to provide personalized supports to adults with developmental disabilities/Autism who attend our life enrichment day programs. Our quality-focused support staff work with the individuals’ goals and help those individuals maintain or increase their independence and live their best lives. **Work Schedule: Weekdays 8:00AM-4:00PM (full-time role set at program location in Dresher)** **Key Responsibilities:** * Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals will implement the Individual Support Plan (ISP) for every individual participant. * Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals will record daily service note and other documentation as assigned by Program Specialist/ Team Lead. * Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals will help ensure the highest quality of care to individuals in helping them meet their needs. * Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals will establish a secure, positive environment that nurtures individual’s needs, self-expression, and goals (valued outcomes). * Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals will help facilitate an individual’s inclusion in the community through experiences and activities. * Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals will promote independence in daily activities, learning, leisure, and volunteer opportunities for individuals. **Requirements** **Requirements and Qualifications ** Candidates must meet all qualifying and ongoing job criteria including background checks, physical examination results, and clearances. **Education:** High school diploma or GED preferred. **Certification:** Certifications in First Aid, CPR, and Community Participation Supports for DSP within six months of hire will be paid for and provided by Access Services. **Experience:** One (1) year’s direct care experience working with individuals with int
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