Direct Support Professional - Summer Day Camp

Happiness Bag, Incorporated

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL – SUMMER DAY CAMP

Job Description

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:                             Program Coordinator

HOURS:                                                                Hours dependent upon program; Seasonal employment 

WAGE:                                                                  $14.00/hour

EXPERIENCE & ESSENTIAL SKILLS:         

• Prior experience working with individuals with disabilities beneficial, but not required; 
• Should possess excellent interpersonal skills; 
• Should possess the ability to cope with stressful situations;
• Must have the ability to work productively with minimal supervision;
• Should possess quality planning and organizational skills;
• Should possess effective problem solving skills;
• Must possess good written skills; and
• Should possess & promote of a positive attitude

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be at least 18 years of age;
• Must be able to pass Indiana State Police background check;
• Must be able to pass County Criminal background check;
• Must have valid, unrestricted driver’s license;
• Must be able to pass Indiana Nurse Aid Registry check;
• Must be certified in CPR, to include AED training, and First Aid;
• Must submit to TB tine test and/or provide proof of a negative test within the past twelve (12) months of date of hire;
• Must submit to and pass mandatory drug screen;
• Must have safe and reliable transportation;
• Must provide proof of current, motor vehicle insurance;
• Must attend mandatory training sessions required of position; and
• Must possess ability to provide accurate documentation and meet deadlines.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee the safety and well-being of every participant enrolled in the Summer Day Camp program;
• Assist and support participants, utilizing physical and/or verbal prompts, dependent upon abilities and capabilities, with hygiene, meals, daily living skills, etc.
• Ensure that the rights and responsibilities of all participants are being strictly adhered to;
• Maintain and comply with all HIPPA guidelines and Happiness Bag, Inc. policies and procedures regarding privacy and confidentiality;
• Maintain safe staff to participant ratios at all times;
• Develop, prepare, and carry out assigned activities that challenge the participants, yet allow them the opportunity to have a positive learning experience and meet the goals and objectives of their Individual Support Plan (ISP);
• Work with and support the employees leading activities to ensure that the participants are as active and involved as they possibly can be in the activity;
• Provide daily documentation, goal tracking, general notes, etc. in assigned participant files and participant “travel” journals;
• Assist in the proper and (age) appropriate implementation of the Agency behavior modification program, as well as follow the plans established by the participant’s individual Behavior Management Specialist, when applicable;
• Perform all designated cleaning duties, pick-up, etc. during scheduled shift;
• Ensure open communication with all supervisors, co-workers, volunteers, etc.;
• Notify the Executive Director or your Immediate Supervisor of any equipment or facility issues;
• Record participant hours, record phone messages, and pass out information to parents/guardians/providers; 
• Greet and welcome all parents/guardians/providers and visitors in a positive manner;
• Treat all parents/guardians/providers professionally and with respect;
• Required to utilize time card and time clock to accurately report working time(s);
• Assist in the positive promotion of all programs and services offered by the organization;
• Assist and support in all other services offered by the organization, as schedules permit; 
• Ensure compliance and adherence to the policies and procedures of the organization; and
• Perform all other duties as indicated by the Immediate Supervisor and/or the Executive Director.