Direct Support Professional

Global Dynamics LLCOn-siteFull-timeMid level, 2–5 yearsListed 1 week ago

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About this role

Company Purpose:

Global Dynamics LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) specializing in providing Healthcare Clinical and Support Services, Administrative, and Training Support for the Federal Government. Global Dynamics, LLC is a leader in the personnel support services industry setting a new standard in career placement and flexible staffing.

Position Title: Director Support Professional

Position Summary:

To ensure individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities have opportunities to actively participate in all aspects of community based and integration supports for the developmental disabilities waiver.

Duties and Responsibilities:

- Monitor individuals to ensure safety regarding medical, health, behavioral, and environmental issues.

- Assist with daily living skills (e.g., lifting, transferring, toileting, personal hygiene, laundry, cooking etc.).

- Assist in budget development, monetary transactions, and teaching of use of money with individuals personal use funds as they are needed.

- Implement Person Centered Plans, Outcomes, Goals, and Strategies.

- Complete paperwork as assigned, include routine drills such as Fire Drills

- Assist with banking and budgeting and assist with shopping, when applicable.

- Plan, assist, and participate in community inclusive outings with individuals (e.g., visiting family, friends, church/temple, shopping etc.).

- Assist the individuals with recreational, cultural and vacation plans of their choice.

- Maintain living environment in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) and health department standards.

- Administer and record medications pursuant to State and Agency requirements, when applicable.

- Accompany individuals on medical appointments and emergencies as needed.

- Maintain responsibility for all assigned sites.

- Communicate with and update the Coordinators/ Program Managers and or Residential Manager on a regular basis.

- Attend all meetings and in-services as requested by supervisor.

- Work with individuals as assigned by supervisor.

- Complete all agency required trainings for position.

- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

- High school diploma

- 1-year related experience preferred.

- Must be able to work independently.

- CPR & First Aid, Bloodborne Pathogens

- DDA DSP Certifications for Maryland

Working Conditions:

- Must assist with daily living skills (e.g., lifting, transferring, toileting, personal hygiene, laundry, and cooking).

- May be required to lift /assist in transferring individuals.

- Must be available in emergency situations as the need arises.

- State issued drivers license required and approved clean driving record necessary