Direct Support Specialist — Community Living Champion

Sevita; Parsons (KS); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

REM Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role supports 4-6 individuals in residential settings, carrying out activities from socialization to health maintenance and daily living tasks.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and at least 6 months in human services; driving eligibility and computer literacy are beneficial.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience in human services preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Working knowledge of computers.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver support per individual service/program plans, including socialization, health maintenance, medication administration, skill/behavioral development.
• Accurately documents progress and activity; reviews records and logs to stay abreast of changes in service plans; maintains confidentiality.
• Makes cost-effective and appropriate purchases within the budget of the individual served and according to their choice / preference.
• Maintains healthy and professional relationships with individuals, families, guardians and case managers; greets family members and other visitors; implements Sevita Customer Service Standards.
• Reports any instance of alleged abuse or neglect according to internal and external standards; reports medical, behavioral and other incidents in accordance with Sevita policy and external requirements.
• Maintains confidentiality, respects the rights of persons being served, according to applicable the bill of rights; practices universal precautions; assists individuals in exercising their rights.
• Direct Support: Provides direct support or assistance in accordance with individual service or program plans; assists with socialization and behavioral development, personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community orientation, shopping, financial management, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.

Skills

Experience in human services

Working knowledge of computers

18 years old

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

REM Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role supports 4-6 individuals in residential settings, carrying out activities from socialization to health maintenance and daily living tasks.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and at least 6 months in human services; driving eligibility and computer literacy are beneficial.