I. TITLE: DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

II. Reports to: Residential Program Supervisor/Program Director and/or Designee
III. Qualifications: A High School Diploma or equivalent is desired.
Basic Computer skills
Valid drivers license with a driving record acceptable for insurance purposes
Acceptable criminal records check (FBI and/or ICHAT), meeting the Agencies definition of acceptable moral character.
Written and verbal skills sufficient to complete the job description

IV. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Health: Required pre-employment physical including a negative drug screen and negative TB test. Physical requirements will include but may not be limited to lifting (50 pounds), bending, squatting, standing, stooping, kneeling, etc., on a regular basis without restriction.
Knowledge: Basic understanding of the individuals served.
Skills: Ability to read, write and understand all Agency and Program documents.
Judgment: Work on a day-to-day basis without immediate direction from Supervisory staff.
Performance Standards:
a. Adhere to Agency code of ethics
b. Maintain confidentiality of individuals served/co-workers
c. Effective teamwork
d. Interact with individuals served, co-workers and the public in a polite professional manner.
e. Trustworthiness and dependability so individuals and their families feel they can rely on services to be provided.
Level of Access – Full access to clinical and demographic records, partial access to financial records.