Direct Support Professional (DSP) Production

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13678278 As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will play a vital role in providing support, care, and assistance to individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) as prescribed in the Person-Centered Support Plans (PCSP) and per agency policy. Your primary responsibility is to ensure the well-being, safety, and development of individuals with I/DD, while promoting independence and fostering a positive and inclusive environment. ESSENTIAL POSITION JOB RESPONSIBILITES/DUTIESinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned. Individualized Support: - Provides individualized direct care support services as outlined in consumer\'s Person-Centered Support Plan - Reports consumer progress daily and as required by the Person-Centered Support Plan - Attends to the personal needs of each consumer in a timely and efficient manner. Such duties include feeding, restroom needs, dressing, medication administration, and first aid needs. - Assists with and/or monitors all Work Center tasks and assignments. - Transports consumers via motor vehicle or assists with arranging public transportation. Skills Development: - Assists in fostering independence by teaching and reinforcing life skills, vocational skills, and social skills. - Provides a professional environment while assisting individuals in resolving behavior issues and disagreements. - Provides situational counseling/problem solving and/or role-playing as needed. Vocational Support: - Redirects and encourages individuals to remain on task while focusing on their goals and objectives. - Teach life skills, work ethic, and explore activities that will increase and/or retain mental agility. - Assists in keeping the TECHnology lab computers and equipment in operational order, install/uninstall hardware/software, and set computers up on the network to create a learning environment. - Trains and supports consumers in the TECHnology lab with computer skill development, programming, life skills, and/or educational material as assigned. Community Integration: - Facilitates and participates in community outings, social activities, and events to promote inclusion and integration. - Supports individuals in developing social skills and meaningful relationships within the community. Health and Safety: - Ensures the health and safety of individuals under your direct care. - Administers medication in accordance with established protocols and guidelines. - Assists consumers in maintaining a safe working environment by following processes in place for any facility or vehicle maintenance issue and/or safety concern. Collaboration and Communication: - Maintains open and clear communication with team members, supervisors, and other stakeholders. - Constructively communicates inter-departmentally to ensure seamless service delivery. - Collaborates with healthcare professionals, families, and other internal/external parties to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care and support. - Maintains professional behavior and communications at all time. - Provides special coverage, as needed, within the Day Services Department and other departments, including Residential homes in times of inclement weather, doctor\'s appointments, and job coaching. Documentation: - Maintains accurate and up-to-date records of daily activities, progress notes, and any incidents per agency policy. - Completes additional required documentation in compliance with organization and regulatory standards. Advocacy: - Participates in advocacy for the rights of individuals with I/DD. - Participate as an active and contributing member of consumer\'s Person-Centered Support Plan team. - Participates in the PCSP meetings, as required, and contributes to insights for individualized planning. Attendance: - Regular and reliable worksite attendance. Satisfactory background screenings and drug screenings required