Direct Support Professional
Job Description

Job Classification: Non-Exempt, Full-time or Part-time
Work Schedule: As negotiated in employment letter
Reporting Relationship: Program Coordinator

Primary Accountabilities:
The primary function of the Direct Support Professional is to support the mission of Capper
Foundation (Capper) by exhibition of the following behaviors: ability and commitment to identify strengths, genuine respect for diverse perspectives and life styles, a capacity to listen and reflect, skill and creativity in helping people become more aware and confident of their own abilities, to help the individual or group assume decision-making and action, knowledge about how to gain access to information and ability to reflect and criticize ongoing process, including one’s own role in those processes.

Major Duties:

 Assists persons served to increase their independence and exercise their rights by teaching skills in various activities of daily living (self-care, care of the household or work area, communication, leisure, etc.) according to formal plans and as natural teaching opportunities arise.

 Transport individuals served for outings and ensure that individuals are kept safe.

 Prepares meals and snacks based on nutritional guidelines.

 Assists persons served to reduce inappropriate behaviors and to learn appropriate replacement behaviors by implementing approved behavioral support procedures.

 Assists in maintaining the health, hygiene, and grooming of persons served by implementing health care and hygiene techniques according to instructions or plans and, if properly certified, by administering medications according to stated policies and procedures.

 Documents care and assistance, behavioral support and teaching techniques implemented, and compliance with various standards through accurate and timely completion of data sheets, checklists, records and schedules.

 Understand the various levels of participation individuals may display in activities and how to encourage participation in Person Centered Support Plans.

 Participates in the planning process by attending various staff and team meetings and
Person-Centered Support Plan meetings.

 Support the mission of Capper and participate in organizational activities.

 Follow organizational policies.

 All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

 High school diploma or GED equivalent.

 Staff may be required to have a valid driver’s license to work specific sites.

 Must be able to pass background checks and drug test

 Knowledge of and ability to perform support/intervention techniques (requiring lifting, bending, kneeling, stooping, reaching, blocking, grabbing).

 Knowledge of basic cooking techniques, cooking skills, and ability to follow menus and recipes.

 Ability to handle unpleasant personal care tasks with sensitivity and caring, while maintaining a professional demeanor.

Updated 4/15/2019

Direct Support Professional
Job Description

 Read, write and speak fluent English; skill in composing clear, concise reports; and ability to recognize and utilize alternative communication methods.

 Ability to work independently, give and accept constructive feedback in a team approach and consultative approach to training and service delivery.

Driver Qualifications:

 Meet Capper insurance coverage guidelines.

 Hold and retain automobile liability insurance as required by the state of Kansas.

 Successful completion of driver training as offered at Capper.

Training Requirements:

 Completion of new staff orientation and annual course updates and certifications within prescribed period based on agency procedures.

Physical Demands:

 The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance from a second person or mechanical device.

 Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, walk and respond to aggressive behavior with prescribed techniques.

 Employee may be required to complete a pre-hire physical exam.

 While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, and taste or smell. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and reach with hands and arms.

 Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

 Direct contact with individuals who are severely physically and/or developmentally disabled and who may exhibit unpredictable behavior and uncontrollable outbursts. The physical characteristics of the work environment are such that noise and odor control procedures are required. May work with individuals with Hepatitis B and/or other blood borne pathogens.

Additional Duties:
Additional duties and responsibilities may be added to this job description at any time.
The job description does not state or imply that these are the only activities to be performed by the employee(s) holding this position. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related responsibilities as requested by their supervisor. Additional duties and responsibilities may be added to this job description at any time.

By my signature, I certify that I have read and understand this document.

_________________________________ _____________________________
Employee Signature Date Supervisor Signature Date

Updated 4/15/2019

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

Duties:

• Reading, writing, and carrying out directions
• Charting or taking notes for others to review
• Providing companionship and supportive listening
• Reporting changes in the health or status of the client
• Taking vitals, height, and weight
• Feeding clients
• Responding to emergency situations
• Administering medication
• Transporting client to appointments
• Facilitating community and recreational outings, including transport
• Providing support with hobbies, studies, and social activities

Typical end time:

• 9PM

Typical start time:

• 7AM

This Job Is:

• Open to applicants who do not have a high school diploma/GED
• A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
• A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
• A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply
• Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma
• A job for which people with disabilities are encouraged to apply

Work Remotely

• No

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
• Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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