Direct Support Specialist - IDD Services (Carrollton)

State of Georgia; Troup (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Pathways Center's Direct Support Professional role in Carrollton, GA supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will assist with daily living activities, participate in recreation, socialization, and vocational opportunities, and help clients achieve independence through person-centered planning.

Responsibilities include personal care, documentation, ISP participation, and coordination of medical needs.

Qualifications

• One year experience working with developmentally disabled individuals in a human services organization, and a valid driver’s license.
• OR Associate degree in a related field and a valid driver’s license.
• High school diploma/GED and six (6) months of relevant job-related training or experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct personal care and supervision to individuals diagnosed with a developmental and/or intellectual disability in a residential setting, facility-based setting and/or community environment as needed.
• Assists with the development of an individual service/treatment plan for each assigned client.
• Teaches basic life skills in residential, day, and/or community-based settings.
• Observes and monitors client's behavior and documents observations and incidents.
• Provides training of basic personal and social skills, simple academics, or work skills to clients.
• Arranges for medical care and provides support to ensure ongoing medical treatment is obtained.
• Monitors client food intake, functional status, psychosocial status, wellness activities, etc.
• Supports individuals in building relationships and social networks.
• Provides transportation for client(s) as needed for individual and/or group community outings.
• Acts immediately on any crisis, following protocol and basic CPR/first aid training.
• Counsels and advises clients on behavioral challenges, daily decision-making, and the resolution of minor problems.
• Files ISP meetings/case reviews and contributes to planning for continuing services.
• Performs housekeeping duties and assists with meals planning and preparation when needed.

Skills

Experience with developmentally

Driver's license

Education

Associate degree in related field

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Pathways Center's Direct Support Professional role in Carrollton, GA supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will assist with daily living activities, participate in recreation, socialization, and vocational opportunities, and help clients achieve independence through person-centered planning.

Responsibilities include personal care, documentation, ISP participation, and coordination of medical needs.