Community Support Professional

Status: Non-exempt

Reports to: Community Support Coordinator

“Our mission is to provide people with developmental disabilities diverse opportunities to lead fulfilling lives”

Qualifications

• High School Diploma;
• Three years of work experience with consumers with developmental disabilities;
• Must be at least 21 years old;
• Valid Pennsylvania Drivers License with acceptable driving record as determined by Motor Vehicle Report and insurance guidelines.

Essential Functions

• Accepts assignments based on the particular needs of the consumer.
• Provides up to 40 hours of support per week to consumers in a variety of settings.
• Assists consumers in daily living skills which include, but are not limited to, bathing, dressing, incontinence care, meal planning/preparation, and housekeeping.
• Assists consumers in the community in order to meet medical, recreational, and social needs.
• Acts as an advocate to ensure that consumers remain in control of their households and finances when needed.
• Assists the consumer in problem resolution and negotiating personal crisis.
• Maintains professional demeanor when representing Keystone.
• Participates in Interdisciplinary Treatment Team process.
• Writes, where appropriate, reviews, and ensures progress notes are complete with required information.
• Conducts, facilitates, and speaks on behalf of Keystone Community Resources (KCR) with Family members, Supports Coordinators, Guardians and other stakeholders involved in consumer’s care.
• Attends professional meetings as needed to represent the consumer and KCR.
• Schedules, attends, and transports consumers to appointments, visits, outings, and/or Trips as needed.
• Promotes a safe and caring environment where individuals can learn and grow while enjoying a healthy and productive lifestyle.
• Understands internal and external policies and follows employee rules of conduct and performance as set forth by Keystone;
• Promotes community awareness by demonstrating responsible, courteous behavior and a positive perception of individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Annually meets regulatory and agency in-service training requirements.

Work Environment

• Community environment;

• May experience exposure to body fluids and the need to provide personal, private care to individuals.
• Varied shift hours will be required, mostly evenings and weekends, availability is based on client’s needs and wishes;
• Driving is required. Necessary to maintain an acceptable driving record.
• Use of personal vehicle is required. Proof of insurance coverage, registration, and inspection required prior to and during conducting business with vehicle.

Physical Abilities

• Must be able to lift and transfer 50 pounds using proper body mechanics 6-12 times hourly
• Must be able to carry 50 pounds for at least 20 feet
• Must be able to climb and descend 20 stairs carrying 20 pounds
• Must be able to bend to retrieve an object at floor level 6-12 times hourly
• Must be able to readily change direction while walking
• Must be able to run a distance of 100 ft. 1-2 times hourly
• Must be able to walk a distance of one mile
• Must be able to crouch at the knees 6-12 times hourly
• Must be able to kneel on both knees
• Must be able to drive for a period of one hour 3-6 times daily
• Must be able to stand for a period of one hour 6-12 times daily
• Must be able to sit for a period of one hour 6-12 times daily
• Must be able to push/pull 10 pounds
• Must be able to grasp an object with at least one hand
• Must have at least 20/40 combined vision with or without corrective lenses
• Must be able to hear a normal spoken voice with or without hearing assistance
• Keystone will proactively work with an employee requesting a reasonable accommodation to be able to complete job duties

Confidentiality

• The Community Support Professional has access to the protected health information of people in the agency’s care. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations apply to confidential information in all areas of Keystone Community Resources, Inc. and Keystone Independent Living.
• General Professional confidentiality is expected at all times both within the company and with other agencies.

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