DSS - CLINICAL DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL(Green St. Sat,Wed,Fri.7a-3p)
Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
Take the Next Step in Your Human Services Career!
Have you been working as a Direct Support Professional for at least a year and are ready to grow your career? If you're passionate about supporting individuals with complex behavioral and medical needs and want to make a lasting impact, we'd love to have you join our team!
As a Clinical Direct Support Professional, you'll play a vital role in empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to build independence, develop life skills, and experience success at home and in their community. Every day brings new opportunities to make a meaningful difference while working alongside a supportive, experienced clinical team.
We Set You Up for Success
From day one, you'll receive comprehensive paid training designed to help you thrive in a clinical setting. Training includes:
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills
- Personal Care
- Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB)
- CPR & First Aid
- Diagnosis-specific clinical training
- Ongoing professional development and support
Whether you're looking to expand your clinical skills, pursue a leadership path, or deepen your knowledge of dual diagnosis and complex behavioral support, this role offers outstanding opportunities for professional growth.
If you're ready for a rewarding career where you can grow professionally while making a genuine difference in the lives of others, apply today—we'd love to meet you!
PAY: $21/hr.
Saturday, Wednesday, and Friday- 7am-3pm
Essential Responsibilities
- Provide support to individuals with activities of daily living, including personal care, medication management, and mobility assistance as needed.
- Implement individualized support plans and follow established program schedules under the guidance of the clinical team and Program Manager.
- Ensure compliance with all Residential Standards and Regulations established by the Division of Mental Health and Developmental Services and The Moore Center Services, Inc.
- Monitor, document, and communicate individuals’ health status, behaviors, and progress through accurate and timely recordkeeping.
- Maintain effective communication with individuals served, clinical supervisors, team members, and other stakeholders to promote coordinated and consistent support.
- Provide encouragement, emotional support, and guidance to help individuals achieve greater independence and improve quality of life.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure the delivery of comprehensive, person-centered care.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment that promotes dignity, respect, and well-being.
- Follow all safety procedures, confidentiality requirements, and applicable healthcare regulations.
- Comply with New Hampshire mandated reporting requirements for suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements:
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) plus minimum of 1 year experience in human services required;3 years experience preferred
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism and compassion
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends if required
- $100,000/300,000 Automobile Liability Insurance
- Valid driver’s license and access to a safe operating vehicle during scheduled working hours
- Criminal, motor vehicle, and Bureau of Elderly and Adult Services background checks that meet agency standards
- Required state trainings through Relias Learning or equivalent preferred
- Completion of Management of Aggressive Behaviors (MOAB) training part 1 and part 2
- It is considered a bona fide occupational qualification (BFOQ) for direct support staff/professionals to accompany clients to religious ceremonies as dictated by the clients' personal religious preferences
Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrate a commitment to the Moore Center's values
- Comply with all state, agency and department policies and procedures
- Demonstrate a strong emphasis on customer service skills, both to our clients and all staff
- Maintain a positive attitude including the use of positive language while working with the individuals we serve and team members
- Ability to individualize the supports needed for the individuals we serve
- Ability to work independently, as part of a team, or in a group setting to increase the skills of the individuals we serve ad their quality of life in the community
- Provide personal care and behavioral support, including but not limited to physical assistance
- Maintain professional demeanor in emotionally charged situations
- Ability to write detailed accounts of incidents and behaviors
- Ability to successfully complete medication training if applicable
- Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling and daily assignments
- Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and the ability to master new software