Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Crossroads Louisiana

∙High school diploma or GED, preferred

∙Have 3 work related references

∙Pass a criminal background check

∙Must read, write, speak, and understand English

∙Complete COVID-19 vaccination

∙Good physical and mental health, neat, clean, well-groomed and responsible

∙Must be able to squat, reach, and stretch without distress.

∙Must be able to tolerate extended periods of standing/walking

∙Attend and participate in orientation, training, education activities and staff meetings

∙Teach/assist with daily personal care, hygiene, health, nutrition, exercise, etc.

∙Monitor/assist routine body functions, such as bowel and bladder care.

∙Engage consumer in appropriate recreational interests on a weekly basis.

∙Teach/assist with routine household chores like shopping, cooking, and cleaning.

∙Teach/assist consumer with money management and making a realistic budget.

∙Teach/assist consumer in keeping clothes clean and orderly.

∙Monitor/assist consumer with medications and knowing their side effects.

∙Teach/assist consumer in use of public transportation or provide transportation.

∙Assist consumer with medical appointments (provide transportation as needed)

∙Write clear and accurate daily entries about the individual’s activities and behaviors, daily log

sheets, data sheets, and in the staff communication log

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

∙Report changes in a resident’s condition and needs immediately to Supervisor.

∙Perform, teach, and document on monthly fire drills.

∙Teach consumer the “Right of the Month” and document level of understanding.

∙Report to work on time and appropriately dressed.

∙Find a replacement for your shift if you are unable to work. Notify Lead Staff of your need to

find a replacement.

∙Other duties as required/assigned.