DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

Job Type

Part-time

Join Our Team!

RHD Boston is a non profit organization for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities or autism.

Our day program, Outside the Lines, has a mission to provide individuals with developmental disabilities with the tools and materials to create art and the supports to define themselves as artists. We are seeking part time support with an exciting new hourly rate, $18.50! Plus a $500 signing bonus paid in two equal installments 3 and 6 months after joining our team.

We are looking for individuals interested in working part-time at our arts based community day program as a Direct Support Professional (DSP). We 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. We have permanent part time shifts available Monday and Friday from 9 am to 3 pm.

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.

* Employee Discounts

RHD Boston and Resources for Human Development are part of Apis Services, Inc.

We are Hiring Dynamic Team Members Who

-Are dedicated to enriching and improving the lives of others

-Experience with art or arts programs preferred

-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; associates or bachelor's degree is preferred

-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.

Subject to employment screening and background record check