Direct Support Professional
Beacon Specialized Living, Jonesville, MI, United States
Company Summary:
Beacon is a successful and national private-equity behavioral health company providing residential-based services and supports to children and adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Severe Mental Illness, Autism, and high-acuity behaviors. All activities related to this position must be delivered in compliance with the company’s policies and procedures, accreditation standards, state and federal licensing requirements, HCBS guidelines, and the contractual requirements of Community Mental Health Agencies and other regulatory bodies. You are expected to be aligned with the goals and mission of the organization, and to perform in accordance with our “I CARE” core values of the organization – Integrity, Compassion, Advocacy, Respect and Excellence.
Position Summary:
A Direct Support Professional (DSP) helps individuals achieve their personal goals, increase independence, and participate fully in their communities while ensuring their health, safety, and well-being.
Primary Responsibilities:
Always be compliant with all company and regulatory policies and procedures.
Sets positive examples for Individuals at all times.
Adheres to the person-centered plans, and behavior plans as written for each Individual.
Provides opportunities throughout the day to help Individuals meet their goals. (An example would include teaching groups to follow activity programs and encouraging Individual attendance.)
Provides quality of care and a safe and healthy setting free from harm while upholding the rights of all Individuals. Creates a space of trust and relationship with all Individuals.
Protects all Individuals from abuse and/or neglect and immediately reports any occurrence to appropriate entities.
Maintains and protects the confidentiality of all Individuals.
Follows and upholds all house guidelines.
Cook meals as necessary for Individuals based upon food specifications, diets, food exchanges and documentation.
Understands process for food supply and storage.
Transports Individuals and attends appointments with Individuals and advocates and obtains necessary documentation, when needed.
Utilize Individual funds as applicable to help Individuals budget when needed.
Completes required documentation before the end of shift, including, but not limited to progress notes, miscellaneous notes, daily support logs, event reports, incident reports, LOA forms, Individual inventories, etc.
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