Lead DSP

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs a variety of direct care, household, administrative and recreational tasks under the supervision of the assigned Sr. Site Supervisor. Takes a leadership role in facilitating the smooth daily operation and guiding and monitoring staff at the assigned Individualized Residential Alternative (IRA) program sites and ensures the safety and wellbeing of individuals in our care. Carries out all duties according to Agency, Program and NYS OPWDD policies and regulations.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

DSP Lead Duties:

• Acts as a working leader and direct the routine work of staff; redirects, guides and offers constructive feedback to staff for optimal performance; shares performance concerns with supervisor.
• Assists with making staff feel welcome, and integrated to the team.
• Manages day to day schedules, plans coverage for PTO requests, med needs, and medical appointment coverage.
• Gives feedback for performance appraisals and performance improvement; participates in appraisal meetings.
• Handles, administers and reconciles individuals PNA, and Agency grocery and petty cash accounts in accordance with OPWDD regulations, and Agency procedures; ensures accurate documentations and balances.
• Oversees weekly facilities checks, reviews work order submissions and follow-up.
• Works collaboratively with program nursing staff and supervisor to ensure the health and welfare of individuals; oversees appointments and follow-up and ensures necessary paperwork is completed in accordance with OPWDD regulations and Agency policy.
• Oversees menu planning and grocery shopping according to individual’s dietary needs.
• Facilitates consumer house meeting and activity schedule.

Direct Support Professional Duties (DSP):

• Provides person centered support to individuals and adheres to OPWDD core competency expectations for a DSP.
• Follows individual protective oversight plans to ensure safety of individual’s and respects individual’s rights.
• Assists with daily living routines with individuals as assigned; including hygiene practices, toileting and grooming, and preparing individuals for daily activities and/or evening routines.
• Administers and/or assists with medications in accordance with OPWRDD regulations and Agency Procedures, supervises individual’s self-medication and documents accurately; shares medication administration concerns with supervisory staff and/or RN’s.
• Assists with medical needs of individuals, participates in appointments during, and completes necessary documentation.
• Performs counseling and coaching of consumers, analyzes situations and uses good judgment and proper intervention techniques; follows behavior management plans.
• Participates in and implements habilitation plans; ensures provision of Medicaid billable services with accurate documentation and billing records using Precision Care software; reports concerns to supervisor.
• Ensures proper handling of Agency money and documentation for approved purchases, assists with individuals personal allowance purchases ensuring correct accounting and balances with documentation according to Agency and program procedures.
• Assists with house cleaning laundry and routine household maintenance according to assignment and schedule per site requirements to ensure safety and a sanitary environment; reports maintenance needs to appropriate party.
• Participates in individual’s activities, ensures community integration and provides transportation; uses agency van when available, or personal vehicle if needed.
• Documents and reports incidents in accordance with OPWDD regulations and Agency procedures.
• Follows Agency policy and procedures in emergency and non-emergency situations, handles situations that arise and seeks assistance on unusual situations and reports concerns to supervisor or on call manager.
• Provides first-aid treatment as necessary.
• Reports concerns that arise during assigned shift to supervisor.
• Maintains paperwork as required by state and program regulations and agency policy in an accurate and timely manner Maintains confidentiality of individual, program and site related information.
• Assists with snow removal and lawn care as needed and assigned.
• Provides coverage on extended shifts until coverage is secured in urgent situations.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to work as scheduled, be flexible to work additional shifts, or cover extended shifts to ensure coverage ratios.
• Must be able to relate well with developmentally disabled individuals and their families.
• Must be able to exercise good judgment in carrying out duties, follow regulations and defuse behavioral concerns.
• Must have the ability to work with others in a warm, professional manner and be a positive role model to individuals.
• Must maintain professionalism at work and when representing the Agency.
• Must have a valid NYS Driver’s license with good driving record in accordance with Agency policy/procedure and access to a reliable, properly registered, inspected and insured vehicle for related area travel/transport.
• Becoming certified Agency Vehicles which may include driving 12–15 passenger vans.
• Must have acceptable physical ability to carry out the position including the ability to perform within the DD program Functional Job Description including, but not limited to: lifting regularly, pushing wheelchairs, assisting in transferring individuals and climbing stairs.
• Within one month of hire: must obtain a complete site orientation and OCO’s general mandatory orientation.
• Within two months of hire: must successfully complete all Agency and program required orientation/trainings
• Within four months of hire: must obtain and maintain certifications in CPR/First-Aid and SCIP.
• Upon Offering: must attend and successfully complete the OPWDD Medication Administration course, attend Part II of the training and become certified by OCO’s Nurse Manager and maintain certification.
• Must maintain all required certifications and trainings and attend additional trainings as required for skill enhancement.
• Must obtain and maintain Insulin Certification, if required by the site.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalency; and
• 1-3 year’s directly related experience in direct care and leadership experience;
  or any equivalent combination of education, experience and training