20 Oct
Direct Support Professional
North Dakota, Grafton 00000 Grafton USA

Vacancy expired!

Overview

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.

S., from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services, CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.

S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection.

With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

Responsibilities

This position in Park River, ND supports people with disabilities in their homes. You will assist with activities, transportation, personal cares, meal prep and household duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Learning About The Person Supported

Uses the Personal Outcome Measures and other assessments to learn about each person’s goals and dreams.

Learns about the life experiences (work, residential, social, etc.) of the person and assists him / her to expand his / her experiences through education and a variety of community experiences.

Learns what barriers hinder the accomplishment of the person’s goals and dreams. Utilizes current services and supports and / or advocates for additional services and supports as needed to overcome the barriers.

Maintains person’s data using Therap system.

Integration and Community Support

Learns about people’s vocational, community and social interests and provide the necessary support to assist the person to develop his / her interest in an integrated environment.

Supports and assists people to remain connected to their natural supports (family, close friends, boyfriend, girlfriend, etc.).

Supports and assists people to develop and maintain a network of friends / relationships.

Supports and assists people to be active members of the community (i.e., volunteer work, belonging to clubs / organizations, participating in church activities, etc.

by emphasizing choices and options.

System Advocacy

Supports and assists people to direct their services and make informed choices in all aspects of their life.

Be a Personal Advocate for people and teach members of the community to treat people we support with dignity and respect by modeling positive attitudes and respectful communication and interactions.

Advocates with employers, service coordinators, families and other stakeholders to develop needed supports and services for people we support.

Health, Safety and Welfare of the Person Supported

Assist and support people :

To have a safe environment in which to live and work, free of abuse, neglect and exploitation.

To look their best by providing needed assistance to complete hygiene, grooming and clothing care tasks.

To learn to maintain a clean living / work environment.

To learn about nutritional recommendations through meal planning and preparation.

To learn about and practice safety awareness in all of their environments (living, work / daytime and leisure activities).

To learn about their personal finances and budgeting skills.

To learn about and exercise their rights.

To learn about fair treatment and to understand due process if s / he feels that treatment is not fair.

To learn about and become involved in their personal health needs.

Qualifications

18 years of age.

Current valid driver’s license, access to a licensed vehicle and proof of motor vehicle liability insurance is required.

Able to plan, organize and facilitate effective communication including effectively communicating through clear speaking and writing.

Able to organize and calculate data / information and maintain records according to standards.

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