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Center for Family Support New Jersey Inc Direct Support Professional Part Time in Hackensack, Union, Somerset, Sayerville, Matawan, New Jersey
-Help each individual to tell us what is important to them and important for them. Involve them in activities that match their interests, gifts and plans.-Help individuals we support learn how to form and continue positive relationships with people in their community.-Respect the rights of the people we support and teach them to speak up for themselves.-Use the person-centered philosophy throughout the day. Use each moment as a teachable moment.-Get to know the individual by listening to him or her. -Read the record and share your observations with other members of the team.-Do not share information about the people we support with anyone other than members of the team.-Show a positive attitude toward work and others.-Protect the health of the people you support. This may include giving medication, following doctor’s orders, going on medical appointments and/or seeking emergency medical care when necessary.-Join with other team members in the development of the service plan and carry out all parts for which you are responsible.-Protect the safety of the people you support by providing the level of supervision described in the person’s service plan and by reporting to your supervisor any potentially dangerous situations.-Communicate important information to your supervisor and other members of the team.-Record all information required for the job duties in an accurate and timely fashion.-Follow all agency procedures regarding incident reporting and reporting possible abuse. -Cooperate with Agency and Division staff during any investigations and inspections.-Be polite and professional when talking to all others.-Follow all agency policies, procedures and rules of conduct.-Attend and participate in all scheduled trainings and meetings as requested by supervisor.-Perform other job-related duties as assigned by your supervisor (s).