Job Description
Job Description
• Summary: As a Direct Support Professional, you will play a vital role in providing compassionate care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities. Your primary responsibility will be to assist and empower others to lead fulfilling lives and achieve their goals. This role requires patience, empathy, and a commitment to enhancing the quality of life for those you serve.
Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent (some positions may require additional certifications or degrees)
• Prior experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred.
• Provide transportation using your vehicle and/or arrange for public transit as needed.
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for helping others.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing needs and situations.
• Reliable, responsible, and trustworthy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and reporting.
• Willing to undergo background checks and clearance procedures as required by the employer.
Responsibilities:
• Personalized Care and Support: Offer direct care and assistance to individuals with disabilities with daily activities such as personal hygiene, meal prep, medication administration, and mobility help.
• Individualized Support Plans: Work with a multidisciplinary team to create and implement support plans tailored to each person’s unique needs and goals.
• Emotional and Behavioral Support: Create a supportive, nurturing environment by addressing emotional and behavioral needs, promoting positive coping skills, and applying behavioral interventions as needed.
• Skill Development: Use personalized teaching methods and interactive activities to help develop essential life skills like communication, socialization, money management, and household tasks.
• Community Integration: Assist individuals in participating in recreational activities, accessing community resources, and promoting social inclusion by providing transportation and support.
• Documentation and Reporting: Keep accurate records of daily activities, progress notes, incidents, and any significant changes in behavior or health. Report observations or concerns to supervisors or healthcare professionals.
• Safety and Advocacy: Consistently ensure the safety and well-being of individuals by monitoring their environment, implementing safety protocols, and advocating for their rights and needs within the community.
• Collaborative Teamwork: Work effectively with colleagues, families, caregivers, and other professionals involved in care, participating in team meetings and care planning discussions.
• Professional Development: Stay current on best practices, regulations, and advancements through ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
Rate of Pay:
• $20.00/hr. for regular awake shifts; minimum wage for on-site-on-call and training shifts
• Overtime paid at 1 ½ times the regular rate of pay (average of all hours worked in the period)
• PTO accrues at .0385 hours per hour worked during regular awake and on-site on-call hours.
Additional Benefits (if eligible):
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance through SanaBenefits and Beam Dental
• 401(k) plan with company match (100% match on the first 3% and 50% on the next 2%)
• Tuition scholarships to over 100 online programs through the University of Cincinnati, including Certificates, Associate’s, Bachelor’s, and Graduate programs.
Company DescriptionReflektions Ltd. is a privately owned agency based in Delaware, Ohio, that provides support and services to individuals with developmental disabilities. Established in 2014, the company emphasizes person-centered, customized care to help clients achieve independence and fully participate in their community. Services include homemaker and personal care, daily living assistance, transportation, and community integration. The organization employs a team of direct support professionals and is known for promoting normalization, independence, and inclusion for the individuals it serves.
Company Description
Reflektions Ltd. is a privately owned agency based in Delaware, Ohio, that provides support and services to individuals with developmental disabilities. Established in 2014, the company emphasizes person-centered, customized care to help clients achieve independence and fully participate in their community. Services include homemaker and personal care, daily living assistance, transportation, and community integration. The organization employs a team of direct support professionals and is known for promoting normalization, independence, and inclusion for the individuals it serves.