Direct Support Professional - Residential, SSGH - Per Diem

UNITED COUNSELING SERVICE OF BENNINGTON COUNTY INC; Bennington (VT); On-site; USD 18,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

UNITED COUNSELING SERVICE OF BENNINGTON COUNTY INC. seeks a Direct Support Professional - Residential, SSGH, Per Diem to support residents on an on-call basis.

You will implement treatment plans, assist in daily activities, and advocate for residents’ needs while working within a collaborative team. Qualifications include a high school diploma (or equivalent); a bachelor’s degree is preferred, with a valid driver’s license and basic computer skills (typing and email).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work or related human services field preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Typing and navigating Email usage.

Responsibilities

• Participates in daily skill building with residents relative to personal care, independent living, and community involvement.
• Participates as a member of interdisciplinary team; assists with treatment plan development and provides case management.
• Maintains all documentation required by policy and procedure; submits payroll and client records.
• Performs housekeeping and cleaning duties; reports problems with facility, furnishings, vehicle, or grounds.
• In addition to the above, performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Advocacy

Respectful communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work or related human services field

Tools

Typing

Email usage

Job description

Description

Why Join UCS:

For over 65 years, UCS has been providing exceptional and thoughtful care to individuals and families in our community through programs, services, and educational opportunities. Our staff includes positions such as administration, clinicians, nurses, teachers, case managers, psychiatrists, and direct support providers who work within our 15 facilities to support over 3,000 individuals annually. We are proud to be part of Vermont Care Partners, a network of sixteen agencies that provide mental health, substance use disorder, and developmental disability services and supports in every county in Vermont. We are looking for team players to join us in making a difference in the lives of others and building a stronger community.

We believe a dynamic and inclusive workforce will strengthen our organization and enhance the services we provide. Therefore, it is our goal to hire a diverse workforce and cultivate a culture where our employees feel accepted and included, hold a valued place within our organization and are equally able to contribute to their fullest extent, assisting in fulfilling our mission of building a stronger community.

Direct Support Professional - Residential, SSGH - Per Diem

Schedule: This role is On call/As needed (Per Diem)

Under the direction of the Group Home Manager, the DSP-Residential provides support, skill development and related services to the residents at the South Street Group Home. Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Residential implements Residential Treatment Plans, participate in the day to day activities with the residents, and support the operation of the group home.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

DIRECT SERVICE

• Participates in daily skill building with residents relative to personal care, independent living, and community involvement. Ensures compliance with regulations, policies, and procedures. Uses a manner of speaking consistent with adult interactions that convey respect and encourage independence.

PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION AND DEVELOPMENT

• Participates as a member of interdisciplinary team. Assists with treatment plan development, attends staff meetings as directed by supervisor. Provides case management as assigned. Serves as advocate for the residents.

RECORDKEEPING

• Maintains all documentation required by policy and procedure. Submits documentation for payroll, client records, incident reports, and other daily functions in an accurate and timely fashion. Maintains medical administration certification. Documents in protocols in an accurate and timely fashion.

HOUSEKEEPING

• Performs housekeeping and cleaning duties as assigned. Promptly reports problems with facility, furnishings, vehicle, or grounds to supervisor.

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

EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE/CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work or related human services field preferred.

LICENSE REQUIRED:

• Valid driver’s license

COMPUTER SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Typing and navigating Email usage