Direct Support Professional

Description

The Direct Support Professional is responsible for safety and supervision of our consumers with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities and Behavioral health histories to facilitate healthy and socially acceptable behaviors while living in community-based sites. This on-call position will coordinate with clinical staff, implement residentially based interventions and assist the clients in achieving their clinical assignments. The DSP is responsible for fulfilling the obligations as outlined in the client's program plan. The DSP will prompt or assist, as necessary, to ensure the clients participate in the activities of daily living, in both the home and the community. We have part time or per diem (relief) shifts available in the neighborhoods of West Roxbury and Roslindale, and in the towns of Waltham and Somerville. A commitment to the RHD values should be demonstrated as job duties are performed

• Provide supervision of individuals in accordance with the person-centered ISP; supporting someone to work towards outcomes identified in ISP and other Person-Centered Support Plans
• Complete required documentation
• *Administer Medication
• Provide transportation to consumers
• *Support consumers in activities of daily living, meal prep, toileting, hygiene, as appropriate
• Assist in Community Integration Activities and access to community Supports including medical appointments, social security access, etc.
• Complete all other miscellaneous tasks as assigned by supervisor

What You'll Love About RHD:

* Investment in Growth: We offer programs and workshops to our staff that support furthering education and the development of leadership skills.

* Dedication to Wellness: We value and prioritize our employees' mental, physical and emotional health by providing free online fitness classes, nutrition services, counseling sessions and webinars on health-related topics.

* Commitment to Values: We are committed to the fundamental value of dignity and respect for all human beings, to the empowerment of our consumers and staff, and to the flexibility to meet the changing needs of all of our partners and those we serve.

RHD Boston provides residential, day, and individual supports to men and women with developmental disabilities in the Greater Boston area as part of a larger national non-profit based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED is required, associates or bachelor's degree is preferred
• Basic computer and internet literacy with the ability to utilize applications like emails, time recording and other programs to enter and retrieve data as necessary to perform the essential functions of the job
• Prior experience in the human services field, preferred
• Valid driver's license
• MAP certification or MAP certificate eligible
• Subject to employment screenings, including FBI clearance. if applicable

Resources for Human Development is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran, or disability status.