DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL-PRN at Apis Services Inc

Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Aug, 26

Salary

18.0

Posted On

13 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Supervision, Medication Administration, Crisis Intervention, Person-Centered Planning, Activities Of Daily Living Support, Community Integration, Documentation, Basic Computer Literacy, Transportation, Behavioral Health Support

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

The Direct Support Professional is responsible for safety and supervision of our consumers with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities, Behavioral health histories to facilitate healthy and socially acceptable behaviors while living in community-based sites. This 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. 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 We Offer You: * Commitment to maintaining a values-based and trauma-informed environment for all * Scholarship program and tuition discounts at local and online colleges and universities * Comprehensive health care coverage including medical, eye, and dental for qualifying staff * Retirement savings plan * Generous paid time off * On-the-job training What You’ll Love About RHD: * 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 our partners and those we serve * 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 various health-related topics * Investment in Growth: We offer programs and workshops to our staff that support furthering education and the development of leadership skills 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 * Subject to employment screenings, including FBI clearance. if applicable

Responsibilities

Provide safety, supervision, and daily living support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in community-based settings. Implement clinical interventions and assist clients in achieving goals outlined in their person-centered support plans.