Job Description

Requirements:

Any person employed as a DSP by Marnder’s Community Foundation must:

· Have access to reliable transportation

· Valid driver’s license that is state-issued

· complete skills and competency-based assessments required by law or company policy

· Have a minimum  of Associates Degree and/or equivalent experience working with the Intellectual /Developmental Disability population 

·  Be COVID -19 Vaccinated or willing to take weekly COVID tests

Duties:

· Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities

· Responsible for carrying out person-centered services and supports that meet individuals medical and nonmedical needs as developed in ISP

· Complete daily documentation (e.g., incident reports, daily progress notes, goal/outcomes documentation, timesheets, etc.)

·  Ability to lift /assist in transferring individuals, as needed.

· Accompany individuals to schedule appointments and assist with transporting or setting up transportation for errands medical appointments etc.

· Administer and record medications according to State and Agency requirements, where applicable (for TME’s only)

· Collect behavioral data based on Behavioral Support Plan if applicable

· Assist with tasks such as using the restroom, hand washing, eating, preparing meals, activities of daily living, social recreational activities, etc.

· Maintain a professional attitude

· Ability to foster positive relationships with individuals served 

· Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands: Ability to handle physical aspects of the job, including bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, and walking for periods of time

Exempt/ Non-Exempt: Exempt/ Independent Contractor

Compensation: Fee for Service

Work Schedule: Varies- (Weekdays, Weekends, Holidays)