DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL - AGENCY SUPPORTED (ROCHESTER)

Company: PEOPLE INC.
Location: Rochester
Posted on: November 19, 2021

Job Description:

*This position is reserved for applicants that have been selected by a person receiving services. If you haven't been selected by a person receiving services, please consider applying for other opportunities listed on our job board.*SUMMARY OF DUTIESProvides instruction and supervision to people participating in the Community Services Programs, including Community Habilitation and In Home Respite. Works with people in their own homes and in the community to increase their independence in activities of daily living.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists the person in skill-building activities as defined by the Staff Action Plan, such as, but not limited to:o Gaining and maintaining independence in areas of their daily living skillso Providing a break to the Caregiver (In Home Respite only)o Accessing and/or being involved in their communityo Learning social skills while at home and/or in communityo Other duties as outlined in the Staff Action Plan and as assigned.
  • Participates in general staff meetings, in-service training and other pertinent agency meetings.
  • Assists program participants during scheduled hours which may include days, evenings and weekends.
  • Safely transports individuals to and from activities and appointments, in their own vehicle. (Com Hab only)
  • In all cases responsible to submit necessary billing and program documentation and responsible for any improper or fraudulent submissions. Services provided must be EVV compliant.
  • In all cases complies with all applicable regulations, policies and procedures and agency required trainings.
  • Other duties as assigned.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    • 18 years of age.
    • Valid Driver's License that meets agency policy (Com Hab only, Optional for In Home Respite).
    • Ability to transport individuals in personal vehicle that meets agency requirements. (Com Hab only, optional for In Home Respite).
    • Ability to meet physical requirements of the position when performing the following: standing, walking, sitting, bending, squatting, kneeling and climbing.#DSP

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