Direct support professional

Direct support professional

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for providing supervision, safety, and direct support to individuals in community-based residential settings. DSPs support individuals in developing healthy, socially acceptable behaviors and achieving personal and clinical goals.

This role works collaboratively with clinical and program staff to implement residential interventions and individualized program plans. The DSP assists individuals with activities of daily living and promotes independence while supporting full participation in home and community life.

A strong commitment to the RHD values and person-centered philosophy must be demonstrated in all aspects of job performance.

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Essential duties and responsibilities

• Direct care
• Provide supervision and support to individuals in accordance with their Person-Centered Support Plan.
• Implement residentially based interventions and support individuals in achieving clinical goals and assignments.
• Prompt or assist individuals with activities of daily living (ADLs) including meal preparation, hygiene, toileting, dressing, and household tasks as needed.
• Administer medications as required and in accordance with agency policies and training.
• Provide transportation for individuals to appointments, community activities, and other program-related needs.
• Support individuals in community integration activities, including access to medical care, social services, and recreational opportunities.
• Encourage independence, skill development, and socially appropriate behavior.

• Administrative responsibilities
• Complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Communicate changes in participant status, behavior, or needs to supervisors and clinical staff.
• Participate in required trainings, meetings, and team collaboration.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

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Qualifications

• Education
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field preferred

• Experience
• Previous experience working in human services, behavioral health, or intellectual/developmental disability services preferred

• Additional requirements
• Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license with at least three (3) years of driving experience required
• Ability to transport individuals safely in the community
• Basic computer and internet literacy, including email and electronic documentation systems
• Ability to complete all required employment screenings and clearances, including:
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance
• FBI Clearance (if applicable)

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• Working conditions
• Work is performed primarily in participants’ homes and community-based settings.
• Schedule may include evenings, weekends, and holidays depending on program needs.

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Physical requirements

Employees must be able to

• Sit, stand, and walk for extended periods
• Use hands and fingers to handle or operate equipment
• Climb stairs
• Communicate effectively (talk/hear)
• Observe and assess individuals and environments
• Push or pull objects
• Perform repetitive motions
• Reach high and low
• Kneel, stoop, crouch, or crawl when necessary
• Safely respond to participant behaviors when needed

About Company

Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations, stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment.

Inperium Inc., Apis Services, Inc. and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.