Direct Support Professional - Specialized Services Job at United Counseling Services, Bennington, VT

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  • United Counseling Services
  • Bennington, VT

Job Description


Position Title: Direct Support Professional - Specialized Services


Job Location: Bennington, VT


Education Level High School


Salary Range: $24.28 - $24.28 Hourly


Job Shift: Day


Job Category: Non-Credentialed Position


Description: OBJECTIVE/PURPOSE:
Under the direction of the Shared Living Program Coordinator, the Specialized Services Provider is responsible for providing individualized supports to a person with an intellectual disability or Autism Spectrum Disorder residing in the community. This position is one of several providing 24/7 supervision to a high-needs individual living either in our Battelle Crisis Stabilization House, in an independent apartment, hotel/motel, or Airbnb.


MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:


1.0 DIRECT SERVICE:


Provides services in a respectful, friendly, and professional manner that supports client choice. Responsibilities include facilitating conversation and activities of interest to the individual, providing guidance, companionship, emotional support and supervision for safety. The Specialized Services Provider follows Specialized Services regulations as set forth by Medicaid and follows the individual’s treatment plan to provide specific and meaningful supports.


Advocate on behalf of consumers with family, peers, and community members, as needed. Introduce consumers to community resources and facilitate usage. Encourage and support participation in community events. Teach consumers safety skills in all aspects of community and home life. Teach, instruct, and role model appropriate community and social behavior and expectations, as needed. Monitor emotional and physical well-being; administer medications as appropriate; educate and assist with personal care as required; attend medical appointments and ensure appropriate follow-up is occurring; provide transportation to desired activities, community events, and appointments. Collaborate with clinical staff to ensure mental health needs are being met.


Staff will gain knowledge of how to appropriately safety plan for community outings and activities, have knowledge of Vermont’s public safety best practices and will support the individual in adhering to their court conditions of release and/or ACT 248 orders when applicable.


2.0 RECORD KEEPING:


Collects data as required by the individuals' ISA and behavior support plans. Completes Developmental Services and agency paperwork including, but not limited to, submitting accurate daily and weekly time sheets, expense sheets, and monthly documentation in a timely manner.


3.0 NETWORKING:


Provides needed information to other staff, professionals, and team members in a professional confidential manner. Serves as advocate and/or liaison on behalf of individual served, the Developmental Services Division and UCS. Participates as a problem-solver in “team,” “care plan,” and other meetings.




* In addition to the above, performs other duties as assigned.




Qualifications: EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE/CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
High School Diploma or Equivalent. Relevant experience in human services field preferred.


LICENSE REQUIRED:
Valid Driver’s License







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Job Tags

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