Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Job Title: Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Work Location: 140 High Street, Hamilton OH 45011

Division/Department: InsideOut Studio

Annual Pay: $16.00/hour – 37.5 hours/week

Benefits: Health Reimbursement Plan, Life Insurance, Matching IRA Savings Plan, 2 Weeks PTO

Reports to: Program Manager, InsideOut Studio

Status: Full-time

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Direct Support Professional is responsible for working with clients daily in the art studio. This positional works with individuals to fulfill their daily goals as well as learning how to use art materials to create works based on the choice of the clients attending. This position will help maintain a clean, safe and efficient work environment.

• Knowledge of our clients’ outcomes and goals.
• Working with clients one-on-one to help create artwork in the studio.
• Reporting attendance and outcome documentation.
• Knowledge of Brittco software
• Assistance with personal care and food preparation
• Give recommendations on clients’ outcomes/goals for attending the program.
• Read and become familiar with each clients’ outcome through their Individualized Service Plan.
• Process completed artworks for presentation in the gallery/storefront.
• Greeting visitors; assisting with tours in the studio

Education and/or Work Experience:

This position requires positive relationships, organizational skills and knowledge of basic computer programs.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Experience with computer programs (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Recommended Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Fine Arts and/or related field. Required High School diploma or equivalent.

Skills and Competencies:

• Knowledge in: Field of developmental disabilities; rights of individuals with disabilities; general office procedures; Board policies and procedures and health and safety standards; characteristics and needs of adults with developmental disabilities and rules of DODD.
• Ability to: Recognize unusual or threatening conditions and respond accordingly; work alone or as part of a team; maintain information in a confidential manner; deal with multiple priorities; maintain records and reports in a timely and accurate manner; convey general trust and confidence; maintain positive working relationships with others; organize time and prioritize multiple projects efficiently and effectively; read and carry out complex instructions; particularly as they impact on programming, specifically related to InsideOut Studio; and define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Personal Contacts: Extensive contact with staff at all levels, families, individuals and organizations in the community as well as local, state, and federal officials. Must maintain a positive working relationship with all listed.
• Demonstrated skill in: Communicating clearly in both written and verbal form; use of PC computer, including but not limited to, word processing and database software and excellent customer service.
• Knowledge and ongoing training in: Confidentiality & Individual Rights, HIPAA, Incident Reporting, Incidents Adversely Affecting Health & Safety (MUI/UI), Ohio Abuser Registry, Prohibited Employee Harassment, Training on Board Policies and Procedures.

Employment Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving background.
• Must be able to report to work on time
• Must pass a chemical dependency test
• Acceptable criminal background check
• Positive demeanor and strong work ethic
• Works well with others and recognizes the strengths of the team
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• This position description does not include every duty or responsibility; there may be other duties based upon the needs of the program and organization
• Must be able to work outside normal business hours and schedules; schedules will vary and include evening and weekend hours
• Ability to work with individuals whose actions may pose a risk to the health and welfare of others
• Possible exposure to hazardous driving conditions
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities or special needs to perform the essential duties of the job

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person