Direct Support Professional (DSP) Bristol, TN Job at Preferred Care at Home of East Tennessee, Johnson City, TN

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  • Preferred Care at Home of East Tennessee
  • Johnson City, TN

Job Description

Preferred Care at Home of East Tennessee is immediately seeking experienced Direct Support Professionals. All Direct Support Professionals have the primary responsibility to support individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in their achievement of the highest level of independence. Duties

  • Demonstrates the ability to coach, teach, and mentor individuals in all aspects of home management and personal independence. This includes actively teaching and promoting individual rights and self-advocacy.
  • Advocates for each client’s specific needs and personal welfare in the home and community, and ensures follow-up when concerns are identified.
  • Interacts with client’s family members/conservator & maintains positive relationships internally and externally.
  • Support the person to achieve and exercise their individual choice and preferences
  • Teach the person decision-making skills and selection of realistic options.
  • Encourage the person to become a responsible citizen in his/her community of choice.
  • Be very knowledgeable of all aspects of the ISP (Individual Support Plan) including special programs/plans (behavior, nutrition, safety, etc.) and immediately notify the supervisor of any needed changes to the ISP. Implement any and all special plans as trained.
  • Recommend any needed changes in goals/outcomes and risks (health or otherwise).
  • At all times, treat the individual as an adult exhibiting the highest level of dignity and respect.
Requirements
  • Must possess a valid driver's license and have own reliable transportation.
  • Experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
Apply now if you are passionate about teaching independent living skills and supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Job Tags

Full time, Immediate start,

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