Direct Support Professional Supervisor

NCC Solutions, Inc • Parma, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Come join a team where you can help others grow and live up to their potentials. You will be providing support services to adults in a residential setting at one of our Waiver or ICF homes located near Cleveland, Ohio.

There is a focus on helping individuals provide volunteer services in the community, attend community outings, and participate in daily living skills. No job experience is required, but we are looking for compassionate team players committed to making a difference in the lives of others.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid: Ohio driver’s license, with 4 points or less
• Must be 18 years of age or older, minimum of 1 year experience with assisting individuals with disabilities. Some supervisor experience.
• Ability to work with others, including family members, visitors and the general public
• Ability to work congenially with others, courteous approach
• Alertness in recognizing problems needing attention
• A neat and professional appearance
• Responsible, honest, trustworthy
• Willingness to learn
• Ability to assist in evacuation of individuals from unit or facility as appropriate
• Knowledge of appropriate developmental-treatment programs; knowledge of the rights of the intellectually disabled and the ability to promote human dignity and protect the constitutional rights of the individuals
• Knowledge of safety practices, grooming techniques, cleaning and sanitizing methods; skill in operation of laundry, cleaning equipment; skill in operation of cooking equipment
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology, knowledge of basic intellectual disability terminology, programs and services, knowledge of elementary human development programs and terminology; knowledge of basic evaluation, observation techniques Knowledge of preventative behavioral techniques and interventions
• Ability to communicate with developmentally disabled, disoriented and emotionally disturbed individuals
• Basic knowledge of Licensure and Medicaid rules/regulations
• Knowledge of company policies and procedures as well as facility procedures
• Physically capable of sitting, walking, reaching, bending, lifting, grasping, pushing and pulling, transferring and transporting, fine hand coordination
• Ability to distinguish smells, tastes, temperatures
• Ability to hear and respond to all modes of communication
• Ability to perform mathematical functions and evaluates and interprets mathematical information
• Ability to make independent decisions
• Ability to remain calm under stress
• Ability to read and write in English

Responsibilities

• Assists in the supervision of individuals in all areas with an emphasis on Supported Routines, ISPdevelopment, implementation and documentation
• Organize and direct the DSP in program implementation and active treatment
• Generates the staff schedules for DSPs
• May drive company vehicles and accompany individuals going into the community for medical, recreational, personal, vocational or social activities
• Acts as a role model for DSPs in areas of interaction with individuals, programming and teamwork
• Participates in all interdisciplinary team meetings, prepares and presents factual, observable and measurable data concerning individuals programs and behaviors
• Recommend disciplinary action as needed for employees supervised
• All other duties as assigned by Group Home Manager

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED