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JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION:
SUPERVISOR:
FLSA CLASSIFICATION:
Enrichment Services Direct Support Professional
Enrichment Services Manager
Non-Exempt
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:
1. High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience.
2. Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant/Aide training preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
Previous experience in health care, human services, or nursing home setting
preferred.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
1. A criminal and Motor Vehicle record which meets company standards.
2. A valid Colorado Driver’s license.
3. Verified legal status to work in the United States.
4. Basic computer ability.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
Requires concentrated visual and auditory attention; requires frequent standing and
walking; lifting and transferring clients on a as needed basis, carrying, reaching, pushing,
and pulling; ability to work in environments that could include changes in
temperature/humidity, dust, odors, noise, etc.; ability to work with individuals with
cognitive disabilities, a variety of illnesses, and medical conditions; working indoors,
outdoors, and in vehicles; works around and with others, and alone; may have to walk on
slippery and /or uneven walking surfaces; expected to assist individuals receiving
services with entering and exiting the vehicle, toileting, cleaning, bathing, cooking and
other basic life skills.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Enrichment Services Direct Support Professional (DSP) is a responsible for assisting
individuals with disabilities in leading self-directed lives and contributing to the
community. The DSP assists with activities of daily living, and encourages attitudes and
behaviors that enhance community inclusion. A DSP will provide supports at home,
work, school, church, and other community places. A DSP will also act as an advocate
for the individuals in communicating their needs, self-expression and goals. The DSP is
responsible for communication with staff and among departments regarding relevant
information pertaining to the individuals’ health, needs and other concerns.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Resident Rights – Protecting and respecting the rights of individuals served
1. Respect each resident’s rights within the program and treat all clients with dignity
and respect at all times.
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2. Report all incidents of suspected client rights violations, mistreatment, abuse,
neglect or exploitation immediately according to MVDS policies and procedures.
3. Respect the values, opinions, preferences and choices of individuals.
Person Centered – Focusing on what is important to an individual receiving services
4. Educate and encourage all individuals to make informed choices regarding their
lives.
5. Provide opportunities and choices for growth and development based on client
interests, preferences and input.
6. Ensure access to community resources based on client interests, preferences and
input.
7. Encourage residents to take ownership in maintaining their environment.
8. Provide emotional support, social guidance and positive role modeling.
Safety (Risk Management) – Protecting individuals from harm
9. Assist clients to maintain a safe and clean living environment. Utilize program’s
chore chart for a list of duties.
10. Provide safe transportation of persons receiving services, drive defensively and
follow all traffic laws at all times.
11. Follow all safety guidelines including, but not limited to healthy lifting,
transferring, and back care at all times.
12. Identify and solve potential safety hazards, repair or maintenance needs or
immediately report them to Operations Manager and Residential Manager.
13. In case of emergency, follow the emergency plan identified for the facility; notify
appropriate authorities and Mountain Valley staff as soon as possible.
14. Conduct, document and participate in emergency drills as directed by the
Residential Manager and/or Safety Coordinator;
15. Ensure the vehicles are well-maintained and cared for.
Individualized Plan and Care Coordination
16. Participate in the development of the Individualized Plan (IP) for each resident by
participating in the biannual assessment and development of new goals.
17. Provide services and implement goals in accordance with the Individualized Plan
for each individual supported.
18. Communicate with the Interdisciplinary Team as needs change.
19. Demonstrate competence and good decision making in traumatic situations
including medical emergencies, physical aggression, or other maladaptive
behavior.
20. Assist individual residents with physical and personal care as identified in the
Individualized Plan (IP).
21. Assist non-ambulatory residents with physical transfer as necessary, including,
but not limited to, pushing wheelchairs, assisting someone in standing from a
seated or laying position and entering and exiting vehicles.
Documentation
22. Review necessary documentation at start of shift and enter necessary
documentation at by the end of shift per MVDS policies and procedures.
23. Read emails and respond accordingly in a timely manner.
Medical Needs
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24. Communicate with the Program Manager and/or the Medical Office about
observed medical, physical and emotional resident needs in a timely manner.
25. Accurately administer medications to residents, document administration and
report/document all medication administration errors, as directed by the Medical
Office and medication administration policies.
26. Follow all health protocols and care plans.
OTHER REQUIRED DUTIES
Standards of Behavior/Conduct
1. Respond to all requests for information or communication in a timely manner.
2. Follow all policies within the MVDS Employee Handbook.
3. Report all on-the-job injuries to immediate supervisor and Director of Human
Resources within 24 hours of the occurrence and provide a detailed account of the
events leading to the injury.
Attendance and Scheduling
4. Report for work on-time and as scheduled.
5. Enter daily, accurate timekeeping records in timekeeping database.
6. Attend all regular staff meetings and other meetings as requested by supervisory
or administrative staff members.
7. Work schedule as assigned.
8. Have all over-time hours pre-approved or demonstrate they were due to an
emergency.
9. Get all time-off requests pre-approved.
10. Do not take unpaid time off without prior approval.
11. Work at any MVDS facility and be responsible for own transportation to work.
Competencies and Certifications
12. Complete all mandatory new hire requirements and training as identified by the
State of Colorado and Mountain Valley’s training requirements within 90 days of
hire and maintain courses and certifications as required.
Adherence to policies and procedures
13. Adhere to MVDS policies and procedures outlined in the policy manual,
Employee Handbook, and other employee policies.
14. Complete other duties and responsibilities as assigned to ensure effective
functioning of Mountain Valley’s programming.
NOTE: This position description is intended to indicate the basic nature of the position
and to provide examples of typical duties that may be assigned. It does not imply that all
employees within the position perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list
all possible duties that may be assigned. Employee may perform other related duties as
required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
2014 ES Direct Support Professional
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