DSP

Direct Support ProfessionalUnder the direct supervision of the Program Director, the Direct Support Professional provides individualized services in the facility, community, and vocational settings, collects data, and summarizes data on observable client behaviors. Essential Job Functions: Essential functions may include the following duties and responsibilities: knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list of duties and responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:Conducts daily facility and community sessionsDirect staff will be part of a team that works through a tailored program that addresses clients' specific strengths and weaknesses for the following areas: communication, life skills, community safety skills, vocational training, job coaching, self-help, and social interactionsCollects data and records client's progress notesReview data with the Program Director and report concernsAttends staff meetings to discuss new protocols and facility functionsTeaches language and communication skills through behavior modification and positive reinforcement techniquesReceives ongoing training through regular overlaps with the case Program DirectorMinimum Qualifications:High School diplomaMust have CA Driver's License and willingness to drive as neededAbility to work Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.Experience with adults or children with developmental or intellectual disabilitiesKnowledge, Skills, and Other Characteristics:Ability to work with adults diagnosed with intellectual and other developmental disabilities.Ability to work with a variety of computer software programsAbility to maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged informationAbility to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationshipsAbility to communicate effectively both orally and in writingAbility to work with enthusiasm and professionalismAbility to demonstrate a patient, receptive, and understanding attitude toward clients, remaining calm under stressful conditions.Experience working with adults diagnosed with intellectual or developmental disabilities is a plusExperience teaching functional communication and social skills is a plusWork Environment: This position will require staff to work in community, vocational, and facility environments, routinely take paper data, and use office equipment such as computers, tablets, and phones. It also includes using kitchen equipment and assisting clients at various vocational locations. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Direct Support Professionals will work both indoors and outdoors, in direct contact with clients and the public, and with minimum guidance from the supervisor.Walking, standing up to 2 miles dailySitting, kneeling, stooping, crouching, twisting, reaching above head, bending, and carrying up to 50 poundsWork may involve using public transportationDiligently attending to the safety of the clients and surroundings is requiredQuick and sudden movements may be requiredSustained physical exertion may be requiredBeach activities This does not include the ocean or swimming.Marina activities This does not include the ocean or cruising past any breakwaters.Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: Direct Support Professionals may be scheduled up to 30 hours per week, between 8:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Monday-Friday.