The Direct Support Professional (DSP) will be responsible for the health, safety and well-being of Y.E.S. The Arc members residing within our Residential Program. The DSP will provide support in a compassionate and positive manner to our members to assist them in achieving their life’s goals. Above all, the Direct Support Professional must be dedicated in every aspect of their position to Y.E.S. The Arc’s philosophy that all people are capable of growth and learning and that Y.E.S. The Arc exists to provide training and opportunities that will maximize growth towards the greatest independence possible for each member served. The position reports directly to the Residential Supervisor and is also overseen by the Residential Coordinator and Medical Coordinator.

DUTIES

-Ensure the health, safety and well-being of all Y.E.S. The Arc’s members.
-Demonstrate respect and promote choice for all of the members we
support.
-Act as an appropriate role model and support members in using
appropriate language, appearance, dress, manners and respect.
-Support consumers in their daily living and assist them with their daily living
skills.
-Assist members with their personal hygiene, including but not limited to
incontinence needs, bathing, dental care, and trimming and filing nails.
-Implement and document member objectives and/or behavioral plans
according to the member’s Individual Service Plan (ISP).
-Assist the supervisor in the development of member objectives and
behavior plans when assigned.
-Attend member ISP meetings when requested.
-Assist members in planning healthy, weekly menus according to their
dietary needs and preparing daily meals.
-Assist members in preparing grocery lists and weekly shopping.
-Make recommendations regarding the health and well-being of residential
members to their House Supervisor.
-Administer, monitor and document member medications according to Y.E.S.
The Arc policies and procedures.
-Prepare weekly med-minders and conduct pill counts as designated.
-Examine all new prescription packaging and labeling to ensure the correct
medication is received and conduct pill count.
-Operate and maintain medical equipment as trained.
-Operate and maintain household appliances and tools, agency cell phone,
fire extinguisher and any other minor residential equipment in a
conscientious manner.
-Perform housekeeping duties, including, but not limited to, vacuuming,
dusting, sweeping, mopping, dishwashing, cleaning of bathrooms and
laundry.
-Provide safe and secure transportation services to residential members in
accordance with all Y.E.S. The Arc policies and procedures and adhere to all
traffic laws and public safety standards.
-Follow Y.E.S. The Arc policies and procedures when handling members’
personal funds and property.
-Understand and follow proper Y.E.S. The Arc policies and procedures in the
event of emergency situations.
-Follow shift change procedures at the beginning and ending of each shift
worked, including, but not limited to, reading communication log and
medication logs at the beginning of each shift, count and reconcile consumer
funds to their daily reserve fund ledger, and retrieving and returning agency
cell phone.
-Review and complete communication log, medication logs, member
objectives and the accompanying data collection sheets before the end of
each shift worked.
-Read all member files and E-Plan at the beginning of each month.
-Attend all mandatory meetings, including house staff meetings, and required
trainings.
-Perform other duties and complete all other projects as may be assigned by
administrative personnel.
REQUIREMENTS

The ability to work flexible hours.
-Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
-Must be fingerprinted and able to obtain and maintain an Arizona Fingerprint
Clearance Card.
-Must possess a valid Arizona Drivers License in order to operate agency
vehicles.
-Must possess and maintain a clean 39-month driving record (no major traffic
violations and not more than two minor traffic violations) in order to operate
agency vehicles.
-Must be able to pass drug and alcohol testing.
-Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry 35 lbs; stand and sit for extended
periods; bend at the waist and knees; kneel for extended periods.
-Must possess the ability to exercise restraint and self-control in potentially
volatile situations, including, but not limited to, being confronted verbally
and/or physically in a threatening or aggressive manner by the people
receiving support. This also includes the ability to deal with and redirect
aggressive behavior.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

The person in this position must attend and be able to pass the following trainings and maintain current certifications as required by Y.E.S. The Arc, DES/DDD and/or DES/RSA.

-Employee Orientation
-Y.E.S. The Arc Policies and Procedures
-Article IX
-CIT 1 & 2
-CPR
-First Aid
-Client Orientation
-4 DD’s / Seizure Management
-Gait belt / Transferring / Transfer Board
-Incident Reporting
-Intro to DDD
-ISP Overview
-Medication Overview
-Wheelchair Loading
-Writing and Implementing Measurable Outcomes

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Paid orientation
Paid time off
Paid training
Tuition reimbursement

Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time

Pay:
$16.00 - $17.00 per hour

Schedule:
Expected Hours 20 - 40 hours per week
10 hour shift
12 hour shift
Overnight shift