Direct Support Professional
The DSP is free to act within the guidelines of the position description and employee handbook; however, he is responsible to show just cause for actions and remains accountable to the administrative staff. All decisions will be made in a professional, conscientious manner with the well-being of the individuals being served and the employees kept in mind at all times and in accordance with the applicable rules and regulations.
PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. for ensuring that the human dignity of the Individuals is respected:
2. for the support services of the Individuals.
3. for Individualized Programming.
a. To build positive, empowering relationships with and among the people we serve.
b. To ensure that the individual is making informed choices regarding his life to the greatest extent possible.
c. To provide positive role models for the individuals being served.
d. To maintain confidentiality per HIPAA in all work-related areas.
e. To follow policies and procedures outlined by ABC LLC manuals and in-service training as they pertain to the individual's rights.
f. To uphold ABC LLC's philosophies, including individual-centered services, social role valorization, normalization and independence.
g. To comply with state and federal regulations concerning individual's rights and endangered adult issues.
h. To ensure that the individual's home is personalized according to his taste and means as much as possible.
i. To ensure each individual receives support in maintaining an appearance that enhances his social acceptance in accordance with the individual's tastes and means.
j. To ensure that community based, age-appropriate, meaningful activities occur on a regular basis.
k. To encourage correspondence and contact with family and friends.
I. To ensure transportation is provided.
m. To ensure self-governing meetings are held on a regular basis.
n. To ensure that all on-call staff are aware of significant changes in behavior and health status of individuals.
o. To communicate pertinent information to appropriate team members.
p. To involve individuals in programming decisions, facilitating individuals' control and choice.
q. To complete assessments incorporating the information and ensuring that this information is provided to all Team Members.
r. To implement programs in accordance with Team decisions.
s. To assist in evaluating, writing and reviewing programs according to company procedures. The previous list is not intended to be an all-inclusive of job responsibilities. Other duties may be required as assigned.
PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. for ensuring that the human dignity of the Individuals is respected:
2. for the support services of the Individuals.
3. for Individualized Programming.
a. To build positive, empowering relationships with and among the people we serve.
b. To ensure that the individual is making informed choices regarding his life to the greatest extent possible.
c. To provide positive role models for the individuals being served.
d. To maintain confidentiality per HIPAA in all work-related areas.
e. To follow policies and procedures outlined by ABC LLC manuals and in-service training as they pertain to the individual's rights.
f. To uphold ABC LLC's philosophies, including individual-centered services, social role valorization, normalization and independence.
g. To comply with state and federal regulations concerning individual's rights and endangered adult issues.
h. To ensure that the individual's home is personalized according to his taste and means as much as possible.
i. To ensure each individual receives support in maintaining an appearance that enhances his social acceptance in accordance with the individual's tastes and means.
j. To ensure that community based, age-appropriate, meaningful activities occur on a regular basis.
k. To encourage correspondence and contact with family and friends.
I. To ensure transportation is provided.
m. To ensure self-governing meetings are held on a regular basis.
n. To ensure that all on-call staff are aware of significant changes in behavior and health status of individuals.
o. To communicate pertinent information to appropriate team members.
p. To involve individuals in programming decisions, facilitating individuals' control and choice.
q. To complete assessments incorporating the information and ensuring that this information is provided to all Team Members.
r. To implement programs in accordance with Team decisions.
s. To assist in evaluating, writing and reviewing programs according to company procedures. The previous list is not intended to be an all-inclusive of job responsibilities. Other duties may be required as assigned.
