About this role
THE ARC OF THE QUAD CITIES AREA JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: Direct Support Professional JOB FUNCTION: Deliver direct services to designated individuals REPORTS TO: Program Supervisor or other designated supervisor PROGRAM: Assigned Program LOCATION: Assigned Location CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Actively support and further the Mission of The Arc. Ensure and Provide supervision, personal care training and active treatment including medication administration when necessary as outlined in individuals service plan and implementation strategies, and ensure safety and wellbeing of designated individuals at all times. Provide programmatic input and preparatory information for individual staffing, including progress reports, assessments, baseline data, individual interests or preferences and recommendations. Maintain documentation in compliance with agency and regulatory standards (e.g. individual data sheets, incident reports, payroll, etc.). Provide input of individual progress and needs for programmatic purposes. Maintain a safe, clean work environment including use of good body mechanics, universal precautions, and personal protective equipment as necessary. Maintain agency property/equipment. Request supplies and repairs as necessary. Ensure self-advocacy training for individuals and ensure informed choices are being offered. Participate in staff training, conferences, and other meetings as required. Assist in on the job training of new staff. Drive agency and/or personal vehicle for outings, errands, and as otherwise required per agency policy and procedure. Act as a positive role model to individuals and other staff. Communicate effectively with the individuals we serve, their guardians, the community, family members, staff, and others. Represent the agency in a positive manner. Assist/cover shifts/fill in at other sites as assigned. Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor.