Mercy Home for Children

Under the general direction of the Household Manager, Assistant Manager, and the Manager, the Direct Support Professional will provide direct care to the people we serve in such a manner that will promote independence and individuality. Provide person-centered support to aid individuals in building life skills lifelong. Represent the Agency by promoting and modeling the mission and core values of the Sisters of Mercy and Mercy Home for Children.

Essential Functions of the role:

· Support individuals’ unique capacities, personalities, and potential for independence.

· Advocate with and help individuals to self-advocate.

· Respect the human dignity and uniqueness of each person we serve.

· Assist our people to achieve and exceed their personal goals.

· Demonstrates teamwork with the individual, co-workers, and families in implementing positive behavioral support strategies, consistent with available behavioral support plans.

· Provide structure and support for the individuals, & bring your creative flair for to try new things with the people we serve.

· Demonstrates the ability to effectively teach skills to the individuals.

· Assist individuals to perform activities of daily living as independently as possible. Some hands-on assistance may be required.

· Assist individuals with personal hygiene and ensure they the individuals are clean, well-groomed, and appropriately dressed at all times. Some hands-on assistance may be required.

· Attain and maintain Approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP) certification (full-time and part-time positions only), and administer medication when required.

· Implement goal methodologies, collect accurate data, and accurately complete paperwork.

· Communicate effectively with individuals served, team members, families, visitors, and others.

· Participate in the planning and implementation of recreational activities.

· Implement daily operations of the assigned residence.

· Ensure all required documentation is accurately completed including but not limited to data, daily logs, and incident reports,

· Perform SCIP-R, CPR, and First Aid as required; intervene and assist with behavioral issues.

· Drive Agency vehicles to transport individuals, e.g. community outings, medical appointments, etc.

· Prepare and cook meals according to the individual nutritional plan.

· Adhere to a pre-determined weekly schedule, working the hours scheduled per workweek including weekends, overnights, holidays, day, and/or evening shifts.

· Attend and actively participate in training programs and staff meetings.

Education: High School Diploma/GED is required, some College preferred

Certification/License: Valid and clean New York State Driver’s License

Certifications in AMAP, CPR, SCIP & First Aid is preferred