Direct Support Professional - Meaningful Community Service

Johnson County Kansas; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Johnson County Government's Developmental Supports (JCDS) is seeking a Part-Time Direct Support Professional for the Day & Employment Services division to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will provide personal care, monitor wellbeing, and help with daily activities, including transportation and coordinating with families and providers.

Required are a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license with a good driving record, and a

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• One year of experience in a human services field is preferred.
• A valid driver's license and good driving record are required.
• Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions.

Responsibilities

• Provides, assists with, or coaches individuals on personal care needs with limited supervision; provides crisis interventions, including physical intervention and restraint to ensure the safety of individuals; monitors and/or administers medication as prescribed; monitors and documents mental and physical condition of individuals.
• Teaches, coaches and provides guidance and support on various skills to enable productive lives of individuals; assists individual and family members to identify strategies or treatment options and participates in the development and modification of plans to regain ability to make independent choices and promote coping skills; develops and maintains a positive and effective relationship with service recipients, families, and other service providers, serving as the main point of contact.
• Organizes and participates in meetings related to care coordination; completes documentation for direct services provided to ensure timely and accurate completion.
• Transports individuals receiving services to and from appointments, activities, day service and/or work.

Job description

Johnson County Government's Developmental Supports (JCDS) is seeking a Part-Time Direct Support Professional for the Day & Employment Services division to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will provide personal care, monitor wellbeing, and help with daily activities, including transportation and coordinating with families and providers.

Required are a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license with a good driving record, and a