Direct Support Professional

Description

Description

The mission of Outside the Lines is to provide individuals with developmental disabilities with the tools and materials to create art and the supports to define themselves as artists.

We are looking for individuals interested in working part-time and full-time at our arts based community day program as a Direct Support Professional (DSP).The mission of Resources for Human Development (RHD) is to provide caring, effective and innovative services that empower people of all abilities as they build better lives for themselves, their families and their communities. RHD's multi-faceted programs serve people with a variety of challenges that include intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental illness, substance abuse and homelessness.

Resources for Human Development (RHD) is now hiring Direct Care Professionals at $17.25 an hour with a sign-on bonus*!

The Direct Support Professional works with artists with a range of disabilities, in particular people whose challenging behaviors or health issues make them poor fits with more traditional day services.

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for:

ADMINISTRATIVE:

* Attends and participates in meetings and training related to the services provided in the program (including but not limited to team meetings, ISP meetings, administrative meetings).

* Ensures program documentation (data sheets, shift notes, etc.) are completed in a timely and accurate manner.

- Communicates medical information and follow up

-Uses cell phone (company or personal with stipend) to respond to calls (staff, supervisors, doctors, families, DDS, etc.)

- Ensures staff receive regular trainings in fire safety and human rights.

- Reads and answers email in a timely manner

INDIVIDUAL SERVICES:

• Provide direct support to individuals in the program (including personal care and behavioral support)
• Teach and assist in classes and activities designed to address the needs and objectives of participants.
• Follow clinical programs as outlined in individual's service plans, and take data as required.
• Develop and maintain therapeutic relationships with individuals of the day program.
• Help participants maintain connections with the community by facilitating field trips, and developing community programing.
• Maintain open communication with co-workers, case managers, and the management team.
• Ensure that everyone is treated with dignity and respect as an advocate for their human rights.

TRAINING:

-Participates in regularly scheduled team meetings

-Attends all assigned trainings (in person and online in the Cornerstone system)

PROGRAM SITE:

-Ensures that programs are clean and safe, reports any safety issues to appropriate supervisors (Floor Manger/Unit Director/Residential Director)

Ensures the necessary program supplies are present (art supplies, food, cleaning materials, materials needed for ISP goals etc.)

DOCUMENTATION:

-Accurately records all data related to ISP goals

-Records all necessary medical/medication information

Other duties, as assigned

What You'll Love About RHD:

* Investment in Growth: We offer programs and workshops to our staff that support furthering education and the development of leadership skills.

* Dedication to Wellness: We value and prioritize our employees' mental, physical and emotional health by providing free online fitness classes, nutrition services, counseling sessions and webinars on health-related topics.

* Commitment to Values: We are committed to the fundamental value of dignity and respect for all human beings, to the empowerment of our consumers and staff, and to the flexibility to meet the changing needs of all of our partners and those we serve.

* Comprehensive health coverage including medical, eye and dental for qualifying staff

* FREE $10,000 Life Insurance

* Work/Life Balance with generous paid time off & holiday pay, and a $1,000 sign on bonus for new full time employees paid in two equal installments 3 and 6 months after joining our team

* Retirement 403b Plan

* Supplemental Benefits available

* Employee Discounts such as: BJs Discount Membership offer, Sam's Club, Cell Phone Carrier

Discounts, Varying Entertainment Discounts and MET Home and Auto Discounts

RHD Boston provides residential, day, and individual supports to men and women with developmental disabilities in the Greater Boston area as part of a larger national non-profit based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Requirements

We are Hiring Dynamic Team Members Who:

* Are dedicated to enriching and improving the lives of others.

* A valid driver's license is preferred.

* Have basic computer and internet literacy with the ability to utilize applications like emails, time recording and other programs to enter and retrieve data as necessary to perform the essential functions of the job.

* Possess a high school diploma or GED; for international students secondary education preferred but not required.

* Prior experience in Human Services field is preferred but not required.

* Must have current First Aid Certification.

* Must have CPR certification within one month of hire.

Experience with art or arts programs preferred.

Subject to employment screening and background record check.

Resources for Human Development is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran, or disability status.