Periodic Direct Support Professional (DSP) Job at AMIVIE, Rocky Point, NC

  • AMIVIE
  • Rocky Point, NC

Job Description

Direct Support ProfessionalDSPs play an important part in helping the people we serve live their best lives with meaning and dignity. DSPs are representatives of Amivie and are expected to create and maintain professional, positive, and nurturing relationships with person served and established support systems. It's important that DSPs must be comfortable and willing to be a vital part of providing individualized care to those we serve.DSPs provide direct care, skill building support, and offer opportunities to individuals diagnosed with Intellectual Disabilities or Developmental Disabilities, mental health and/or substance abuse in the following areas; motor skills, communication skills, socialization skills, personal self-care or activities of daily living (ADLs), adaptive behaviors, and the execution of planned active treatment goals, electronic documentation, medication management, feeding/meal preparation, and interaction with individuals.ResponsibilitiesAssist the individuals with goal completion as documented in the individualized support plan.Provide assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs); (i.e. bathing, grooming, brushing teeth, toileting, feeding, preparing meals, etc.) based on individual needs/person centered plan.Safely transport Individual(s) in company or personally owned vehicles.Accompany the Individual(s) as needed to community integration activities.Complete all required documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) timely.Actively engage with Individual(s) in their home and communityUphold, respect, and advocate for Individual rights at all times.Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and maintain the confidentiality and privacy of Individual information at all times.Adhere to company policies and core values to foster a professional and supportive environment.Establish and uphold appropriate professional boundaries in all interactions, ensuring that relationships remain ethical, objective, and focused on individual and organization goals.DSP's are mandated reporters and legally required to immediately report any suspicion of abuse, neglect or exploitation.Administer prescribed medication(s) upon completion of training.Must be proficient with technology.Must remain awake and alert for the duration of all shifts.Must be able to perform physical demands of the position (i.e. lifting, transfers).Other duties as assigned.QualificationsMinimum of High School Diploma or GED (General Equivalency Diploma)Must be at least 18 years oldValid driver's license in good standingMust have reliable transportationMust successfully complete all background checksMust successfully complete health screening (TB screening) (may vary based on State/Programing requirements)

Job Tags

Immediate start, All shifts

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