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• About: Bethesda Lutheran Communities ...
Bethesda's Mission
To enhance the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through services that share the good news of Jesus Christ.
Bethesda's Vision
To be the foremost provider of supports and services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Bethesda's Values
* Christ is preeminent in all that we do.
* All people are inherently valuable to God and deserve to be treated with dignity and respect.
* People are empowered to realize their personal goals through the discovery, development and use of their skills and talents.[Bethesda's Support Services]
* People direct decisions that affect their lives, positively impact the communities in which they live, and are supported in living life to the full.
* Our Lutheran organizational identity guides our services and enriches our relationships.[About Bethesda's church affiliation]
* Stakeholders contribute to the goals and priorities of the organization through open, honest communication.
* We are flexible and responsive to needs; faithful in keeping promises; and timely, fair and honest in all dealings.
* Christian stewardship of all our resources is expected of everyone.
* Innovation, creativity, learning, and continuous quality improvement are integral to everything we do.
* Fun and fellowship in the workplace are encouraged.
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Website: http://bethesdalutherancommunities.org
• Job Descriptions - Employment ...
Bethesda employs people with a wide variety of skills, work experience and education.
Nationally-known as a leader in the field of developmental disabilities services, Bethesda employs people with a wide variety of skills, work experience and education.
| JOB TITLE: Business Director |
| JOB SUMMARY |
| Reports directly to the Regional Director. Responsible for evaluating growth opportunities, preparing and monitoring budgets, reviewing and monitoring contracts, auditing of client funds and other fiscal oversight responsibilities for the region. Performs all duties in accordance with the philosophy of the Bethesda Lutheran Homes and Services, Inc. Board of Directors, as expressed in policies, philosophies, bylaws and applicable state and federal regulations. |
| JOB TITLE: Direct Support Professional (DSP) |
| JOB SUMMARY |
| This position is responsible for providing direct support, positive direction, and assitance to individuals in accordance with program policies and procedures; and personal outcome measures. |
| ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS |
| Provides supports to people served by assisting in the development and implementation of all Support Plans, including spiritual life supports, assisting people in achieving their personal goals and desires, providing interaction and choices for activities that support a meaningful day, and supporting people to be independent in activities of daily living; •Assists with information gathering for Personal Outcome Measures, and other assessments; •Assists people with maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly home by following safety and infection control procedures; educates people about maintaining homes; •Maintains and expands skills and knowledge relevant to providing high quality support and services. Obtains and maintains all required certifcations and trainings and applies the information to support people served; •Maintains open communication and cooperative work effort with Lead DSP and other staff to assure quality and continuity of support to people served; •Supports the Bethesda Mission, Vision, and Core Values while empowering each person to direct their own life choices; •Documents routine and unusual events including completing daily logs, incident reports, outcome data sheets, etc. in a concise, understandable, and legible manner; •Assists people with fiscal management while safeguarding their funds. This may include completing ledgers, reconciling accounts and assisting people with spending choices; •Ensures that people exercise their rights and that rights are not restricted without due process, ensures people are treated with dignity and respect; •Performs other duties as assigned. |
| SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES (if applicable): |
| None. |
| MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS: |
| Education and/or Experience: |
| High school graduate or equivalent. Additional experience with people with developmental disabilities preferred or as required by regulations. Must be 18 years of age, or older. |
| Certificates, Licenses or Registrations: |
| As applicable, must possess a valid driver's license and good driving record as defined by Bethesda policy. Additional certifications may be required by regulations. Some positions may require access to vehicle in sound operating condition and proof of current auto insurance. Clear background checks as defined by regulations and policies. |
| Physical Demands |
| Ability to lift at least 50 pounds. Ability to do daily standing, bending, and lifting. Must be able to stand for 8 hours at a time. |
| Other Competencies (skills, abilities, behaviors): |
| Interest in assisting people supported to achieve personal outcomes and to provide person centered supports. Must possess good verbal, reading, and written communication in English; basic math skills; and basic computer skills. Ability and willingness to successfully complete and apply training. Must be certified to be free of communicable diseases by a physician (post-employment physical); have the ability to work effectively and harmoniously with others; flexibility with respect to hours of work and changing conditions; be of good moral character; have an interest in the welfare of the individuals; have training and/or interest in the field of developmental disabilities; and have a willingness/ability to communicate with and relate to individuals, parents, guardians, fellow-staff, representatives of community agencies, and company management. |
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Nationally-known as a leader in the field of developmental disabilities services, Bethesda offers competitive salaries and benefits. Perhaps the greatest benefit of all is knowing that your efforts are making a tremendous difference in the quality of life for the people we are privileged to serve. Please visit our Website Employment Page for details about benefits offered.
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