The Direct Support Provider (DSP) assists Individuals in achieving Quality Life Outcomes by supporting them to meet the goals and objectives of their Individual Service Plan. DSPs provide support to adult individuals with developmental disabilities such as intellectual disabilities, autism, cerebral palsy, and epilepsy by helping them participate in community activities and skill building that complements their chosen goals. They may also provide assistance with their physical care and other activities of daily living.
Essential Job Functions
Individuals must be able to meet all essential functions, core competencies, and requirements of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to meet/perform these functions.
- Upholds the mission and vision of Enriching Lives and works with Individuals to assist them in achieving a well rounded life that they deem satisfying.
- Supports the implementation of the Individual Service Plan in accordance with all internal & external regulations and policies.
- Assists Individuals with transportation to activities and appointments and moving as needed.
- Provides personal care, life skill development, community integration, relationship development, financial management and medication administration. Performs light household duties and prepares meals if required.
- Arranges and/or ensures opportunities for relationship development and community activities based on Individual preference.
- Maintains progress notes and other relevant documentation in accordance with all internal and external policies and regulations. Submits documentation including time sheets within established deadlines.
- Notifies management immediately of any material changes affecting the status of Individuals or Family Homes including any suspected neglect or abuse.
- Provides crisis management support or coverage as needed.
- Provides excellent customer service and response timeliness to stakeholders such as Individuals, Families, Regional Center, and Family Home Providers.
- Develops and maintains positive working relationships with Individuals, families, funding sources and regulatory agencies, as appropriate, and monitors their satisfaction with services.
- Liaises with consultants such as behaviorists, nurses, therapists, psychologists, and other specialists as needed to ensure service needs of Individuals are met.
- Participates in supervision, training and meetings as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned. May work on special assignments in addition to normal job functions.
