Direct Support Professional (Part-Time)
Company: Wesley Glen Ministries
Location: Macon
Posted on: January 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description The DSP for Residential Programs
provides for the day-to-day care, nurturing, supervision, support,
and development of the individuals assigned. This position is
part-time either AM or PM. Must be available to work every other
weekend. Job Responsibilities Essential Duties and
Responsibilities: Maintains accurate and orderly procedures for
monitoring and documenting individuals’ medications Assists in the
ongoing medical care of individuals Provides transportation to
individuals as needed Assures ongoing relationship and environment
that promotes the individuals’ feelings of self-worth Structure:
Maintains the integrity of the program structure and ensures a
healthy environment of the program as indicated by: Fills in the
gaps of the basic schedule with positive learning opportunities and
experiences for individuals Is flexible enough to manage any
unexpected challenges with minimal disruption of the schedule
Assists the individuals with their daily life skill needs Follows a
person-centered curriculum according to the individual’s needs and
strengths Documentation: Effectively communicate written
information to the right people in such a way as to establish an
accurate record of everyone’s progress (daily notes, ISP goals,
bowel tracking, seizure tracking, skin integrity, incident/accident
reporting, etc) . Helps promote an appealing, clean, healthy, and
safe environment that is conducive to positive change. Establishes
and maintains an environment that promotes the safety of the
individuals as evidenced by: Being aware of individuals whereabouts
and attitudes Being aware of hazards and efforts to eliminate them
Reporting illness and injuries to appropriate staff Complete
maintenance requests forms in a timely manner Participate and
assist in all required safety drills Operates and maintains agency
vehicles in a safe manner per policy Maintains high household
standards (including cleaning, organization) Has a systematic
approach to laundry needs. Prepares and/or assists in preparation
of meals according to agency standards Supervision: Maintains
supervision of individuals in accordance with program guidelines
Participates in activities with individuals Crisis Management:
Ability to handle crises in such a manner so as not to compromise
the positive milieu of other individuals and/or program
Relationship Building: Develop and maintain effective relationships
Understands how own emotions can affect individual’s care and where
that impact is non-productive Treats individuals, families, and
guests with respect Initiate 1:1 contact with individuals Gives
individuals positive feedback Role models good interpersonal and
problem-solving skills with co-workers Respects individual’s rights
in compliance with recognized standards Is honest, constructive,
and sincere with individuals Professionalism: Promote a
professional, positive work environment as indicated by: Reports to
shifts, meetings, and training on time Actively participates in
agency activities in a constructive manner Follows agency
procedures in use of leave time Is flexible and willing to fill in
as needed Represents themselves and the agency in a positive way
Uses good telephone skills Conducts self-improvement (education,
professional development) Uses direct communication Demonstrates
good problem-solving/conflict resolution skills Works toward team
and agency goals Actively participate in team decisions Leadership:
Role model and mentor for staff as indicated by: Takes initiative
to implement good practice and meet licensing and accreditation
standards Assumes a leadership role in handling a crisis Assess
needs in crisis situations Interacts professionally and
cooperatively with other parts of the agency (i.e. Human Resources,
Finance, Residential, etc) Other duties as assigned Upholds the
mission and values of Wesley Glen Ministries Completes training
necessary to perform position consistent with program and agency
staff development plans
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