Direct Support Professional DSP

Direct Support professional


POSITION SUMMARY:


Provides personal care services under the direction of the Registered
Nurse or Therapist. The Home Health Aide is assigned to specific
clients by the Registered Nurse or other appropriate professional and
performs services for clients as necessary to maintain their personal
comfort.


Reports to: Client Services Director/Nursing Supervisor


QUALIFICATIONS:


Positive support Training


Physicality to implement Positive Support


Successful completion of a formal certification training
program/written skills test and competency evaluation.


Be at least eighteen (18) years of age.


Minimum of six (6) months work experience in a supervised setting,
preferably a health care facility.


Demonstrated ability to read, write and follow a written Plan of Care.


Good interpersonal skills.


Current valid driver's license, good driving record and reliable transportation.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:


Performs simple procedures as an extension of therapy services under
the direction and supervision of the therapist:


Range of motion exercises


Assistance in ambulation or exercises


Positive Behavior Supports.


CPR Certificate required


Knowledge and experience of behavior management techniques.


Patience, self-control, self-directed, flexibility, attention to detail, ability to comply with support plan consistently


Driver’s license required.


Job Types: Full-time, Part-time


Pay: $15.00 per hour