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Kennedy-Donovan Center Direct Support Professional - Adult Community Based Services in Sandwich, Massachusetts
About KDC:
At KDC we are on a mission to empower and support all people to meet their full potential in a world where every individual and family thrives, no matter the circumstances.
About this role:
The Community Based Day Services (CBDS) DSP facilitates and provides home, and community supports for individuals with developmental disabilities, utilizing a team-based approach. The CBDS DSP promotes individual growth in the areas of choice and decision-making, community membership, household management skills, relationships and personal accomplishments.
Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 8 am - 4:30 pm
Location: Sandwich, MA
We are looking for DSP who have a:
High School/GED, required.
Valid Driver's License and reliable vehicle, required.
At least 2 years' experience working with individuals with disabilities, required.
Experience in community or center-based supports for individuals with developmental disabilities, preferred.
The physical requirements for this role:
Frequent movement within the classroom including but not limited to kneeling, bending, sitting, lifting
Operation of adaptive and specialized equipment
Ability to physically assist individuals as determined by their needs
Ability to tolerate significant amounts of walking, standing, and sitting
As a KDC DSP, you'll get to:
Support individuals with disabilities in a home and community setting.
Promote individual choice and self-expression based upon quality service principles.
Facilitate assessment and development of individual treatment objectives by implementing and documenting individual programs
Ensure completion and maintenance of documentation as required by KDC and all applicable funding agencies.
Participate in staff, team meetings, group, and individual supervision
Provide direct skill training, case management, supportive counseling and crisis intervention as directed by the individual.
Facilitate and coordinate, with the individual, access to needed supports, including generic community services.
Provide support and assistance to individuals necessary for them to develop and maintain relationships with others.
Provide transportation as appropriate in response to individual schedules and desired activities and/or appointments.
Work cooperatively/collaboratively with other community service providers and medical professionals to ensure coordination of supports and services.
Ensure that individuals are treated with respect and dignity at all times and maintain confidentiality regarding their records and other information.
Ability to communicate and document clearly
Maintain agency standards of confidentiality
Perform other job-related responsibilities as assigned
KDC values a diverse workforce. We are committed to a culture of equality and inclusivity that fosters dialog, innovation, compassion, respect, and collaboration. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, ethnicity, age, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, neurodiversity, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Your uniqueness drives our excellence.
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