House parent vs direct support professional

Differences between house parent and direct support professional duties and responsibilities

House parent example responsibilities.

• Lead support groups with an emphasis on recovery and strength base techniques, DBT, CBT, self-care and coping skills.
• Attend multiple trainings on child development, wellness action plans, as well as CPR certification.
• Demonstrate proficiency in administering medications, assisting with ADL's.
• Promote continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for which care is provided.
• Create new forms to help house moms stay better organize and help with household and DHS responsibilities.
• Prepare meals, pick up groceries when need, administer and document all medications.
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Direct support professional example responsibilities.

• Work with adults who have disabilities to help manage everyday tasks such as laundry, cooking, preparing groceries, etc.
• Provide care to adults with intellectual & developmental disabilities while administering their medication via AMAP certification
• Support the development of individuals with autism by promoting community involvement and performing exercises to strengthen their cognitive and social skills.
• Assist with toileting, including urinals.
• Maintain medical records according to all HIPPA guidelines.
• Assist coordinator to train new DCW on assign shift.
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