DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL SENIOR, RESIDENTIAL - CHARLOTTESVILLE (FULL TIME)
REQ#: 42000094
GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
This is a FLSA non-exempt position in which the incumbent is responsible for assisting with the coordination and implementation of individual support plans for adults with developmental disabilities in a congregate residential program. The incumbent serves as a shift leader and role model promoting the agency mission and supporting each individual to reach their goals and enhance their health and safety. Additionally, the Senior DSP is expected to attend team meetings, other professional meetings and professionally represent the program to the community.
The incumbent reports to the Program Manager I and receives general supervision. The incumbent works closely with Direct Support Professional I staff to promote the program mission in compliance with state quality assurance standards, Medicaid Waiver regulations, Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) rules, Licensing regulations, as well as applicable professional ethics and established Region Ten policies. The incumbent is required to exercise sound judgment and demonstrate initiative, independence, creativity, leadership and cooperativeness when performing assigned duties and responsibilities. The Senior DSP is an employee of Residential Adult Developmental Services and may be asked at any time by management to work at any given location as need by various department programs. Assists with site leadership for the program
QUALIFICATIONS:
An Associate’s Degree or equivalent education preferred plus two years of applicable work experience in human services is preferred. In lieu of either preferred educational or work experience, must possesses required KSAs which include a sound understanding of person-centered services, comprehension of techniques of behavior plan implementation, skills at communication with consumers, families and interdisciplinary providers.
A valid Virginia Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record as issued by the DMV are required. For resident related use of a personal auto, a certificate of valid personal automobile insurance must be provided. Additionally, the incumbent must be able to perform all duties including physically assisting individuals with wheelchair transfers, which will require lifting, and assistance with personal care/hygiene tasks.
POSITION LOCATION: Various Region Ten City and County Residential Program Sites
GRADE: 8
SCHEDULE: Dependent on needs of the program either Tuesday – Saturday or Sunday- Thursday.
