Direct Support Professional

REPORTS TO: Service Coordinator / Manager of Residential Services

Scope of Responsibility: Under direct supervision of the appropriate Service Coordinator, the Resident Support Staff performs and supports all services for individuals residing at St. Johns Villa according to their Individual Service Plan (ISP). The Resident Support Staff will provide a positive and rewarding home like experience while following all guidelines as set forth through St. Johns Villa, The State of Ohio DODD and the Carroll County Board of DD. The Resident Support Staff is responsible for upholding and practicing the policies, philosophy and mission statement of St. Johns Villa in a professional manner at all times.

Required: High School Graduate or G.E.D. Equivalent or state approved waiver of extension. Completion of State Level up Program within 1 year after the 2 year D.D. experience is confirmed, valid dr. license and current auto insurance or signed waiver of exemption not to drive or transport residents and wage adjustment if you do not have License and Insurance. If you are not currently certified as a Med. Tech. / Delegated Nursing, you will be required to get the certification as soon as it can be scheduled after your 90 day probationary period. The cost of the training will be covered by St. Johns Villa.

Special Abilities:

• Maintains positive interpersonal skills and open lines of communication with all staff persons, supervisors, and individuals served.

• Acts as a positive role model for the individuals served.

Work Hours:

• Resident Support Staff will be scheduled to work 1 of 3 different shifts, pending staffing needs. Due to the requirement of proving coverage 24/7 & 365 days per year for our individuals, you may be scheduled a day, afternoon or midnight shift. Holidays and at least every other weekend is required for this position.

Prior Experience Requirements:

• Previous experience in the direct care services with developmentally disabled Adults is preferred.

St. Johns serves persons with developmental disabilities in Northeastern

Ohio and provides outreach services to Carroll County

Duties Include:

• Assist Residents with the Hygiene needs as indicated by their Individual Service Plan.

• Deal with behavioral issues as explained in their Behavior Support Plan (BSP).

• Completion of all housekeeping tasks, including: cooking, cleaning, vacuuming, mopping, laundry, making beds, dusting, etc. Encourage Residents participation with the completion of listed tasks.

• Driving individuals to community based outings / activities using a SJV vehicle only, no

personal vehicles will be used.

Assist with daily activities such as hygiene needs, meal time needs, walking, transferring

from wheelchairs, beds etc. Employees will be able to lift a minimum of 65lbs to be

able to assist in lifting or transferring any individuals.

• Documentation of all services by completing ISP data sheets and work assignments check sheets.

• Stay up to date by reviewing any memos and the communication books on a regular basis.

• Work with other departments to achieve common goals for St Johns Villa and the residential programs

• Monitor to ensure appropriate supervision for the health and safety of all Residents assigned.

• Communicate any safety concerns, needed equipment or supplies to Service Coordinator.

• Participates, as requested, for ISP and/or BSP meetings for the purpose of individuals program development.

• Follows all ISP and/or BSP plans within the Residential Services area.

• Attends staff meetings and training sessions as assigned or for Licensure accreditation

• Reports all major or extraordinary illnesses, accidents, or incidents related to the physical and mental well-being of the Residents to the Service Coordinator. Completing an Incident Report(s) as needed.