Client Specific DSP (FDS) (MM)

• Description Sam is a 29-year-old gentleman who is diagnosed with autism and lives with his father.
• Sam is nonverbal, however, communicates by using hand gestures, minimal ASL signs, and head nodding.
• He may gently guide staff by the arm and point to express his wants and needs.
• Sam and his father are seeking a DSP to provide 10 hours of weekly support within his residence.
• Sam's father is flexible with how the number of hours is divided throughout the week.
• Sam enjoys music from the 1970's and 1980's.
• The Rolling Stones are a favorite household band.
• Sam will rock and dance to music.
• Sam has a laptop and has been able to navigate the Internet to watch his favorite videos or listen to music.
• He navigates YouTube and watches videos by himself.
• Sam likes the Wiggles, Thomas the Tank Engine, or Richard Scarry videos.
• Sam carries a "jump rope" or shoestring with him at all times.
• He uses this as a sensory activity.
• Sam also carries a picture book with him everywhere he goes.
• Sam does best with a structured routine.
• Sam follows a specific sequence of getting ready each day; however, Sam often gets stuck between steps and has difficulty with transition.
• It is important for staff to be patient and gently encourage Sam to move on to the next step in his routine.
• This ensures Sam's success.
• Sam is independent with some activities of daily living (ADLs); however, he may need consistent verbal cues to stay on track.
• Sam may require minimal hands-on support with personal care and meal preparation.

PAY

• $20/hr.
• Level of
• Supervision: HIGH Flexible Schedule- 10 hours a week

Requirements

Ability to work together with client to complete organizational tasks Ability to carry out individual service goals and communication goals Household organization and cleaning Documentation of services