Direct Support Professionals with American Sign Language skill

Verigreen Inc; District Heights (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Verigreen Inc. is seeking support professionals in District Heights, MD, to provide person-centered support by engaging individuals in meaningful activities and assisting with daily routines. Responsibilities include facilitating community integration, monitoring progress, ensuring safety, and implementing behavior support plans. The role involves effective collaboration with team members to advocate for individuals' rights and preferences. This position promotes independence, social inclusion, and skill development to enhance quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Engage individuals in meaningful activities based on their Individual Service Plans.
• Support individuals during community outings and social engagements.
• Assist with daily routines like meal preparation and hygiene.

Job description

Provide Person-Centered Support: Engage individuals in meaningful activities based on their preferences, strengths, and goals outlined in their Individual Service Plans (ISPs).

Facilitate Community Integration: Accompany and support individuals during community outings, volunteer opportunities, and social engagements to promote independence and social inclusion.

Support Daily Activities: Assist with daily routines such as meal preparation, feeding, toileting, hygiene, and mobility while encouraging maximum independence, community activities, accompanying to doctor's appointments, provide transportation, drive as needed.

Skill Development: Support individuals in developing and enhancing skills related to communication, self-care, vocational training, and social interactions.

Monitor and Document Progress: In accordance with regulatory and agency requirements, maintain accurate daily documentation of participation, behaviors, incidents, and progress toward goals in the Therap platform.

Ensure Safety and Well-Being: Implement safety protocols and provide supervision to ensure a safe, supportive, and respectful environment.

Implement Behavior Support Plans: Follow strategies and interventions as outlined in each individual’s behavior support plan to address and manage behavioral needs.

Collaborate with Team Members: Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, clinicians, and families to coordinate support and report concerns or changes in condition.

Promote Dignity and Advocacy: Support each individual's rights, dignity, and choices and advocate for their needs and preferences.