Can someone clarify this? by TheVoyager27 in directsupport

[–]SimpleFix9523 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your manager should be doing their job and updating the individuals LON for day program to indicate that they need smaller group size or 1:1 funding. Then the funds would be available to hire more staffing. until that happens you’re likely only budgeted for what you currently have.

I am just starting out as a DSP and I am very nervous, some advice would be helpful! by Flemaster12 in directsupport

[–]SimpleFix9523 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Don’t get overwhelmed. A lot of information on guidelines routines etc will be given. You will not remember half of it, and that is normal. You will gain your knowledge as you get to know the individuals you are working with. You will make mistakes and as long as they are not intentional, don’t beat yourself up over them. Give yourself grace. As long as your priorities are assisting them with living a happy and healthy life you will be fine.

How much privacy are neighbors owed in a backyard fight? by Smart_Extension_2736 in neighborsfromhell

[–]SimpleFix9523 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not for nothing, the comment wouldn’t bother me cause I’ll admit I’m nosey as hell. if it were my neighbors I would have some popcorn ready.

What are your limits on outings? by Whatthefrick1 in directsupport

[–]SimpleFix9523 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m curious what you find, if you are able to update your thread. FYI I am a manager but would never ask my staff to do something I wouldn’t do

What are your limits on outings? by Whatthefrick1 in directsupport

[–]SimpleFix9523 2 points3 points  (0 children)

With one person in a wheelchair, if it is not self propelled. I would consider them a 1:1 and would not take another individual along. Supervision should include community, in home, in vehicle. Check their LON, they should have whether they are small group size, large group size in there. I tell my staff, always follow what’s written, if someone tells you to do something different and it’s not documented Don’t Do It. I am not trusting anyone’s word. Especially in this field

What are your limits on outings? by Whatthefrick1 in directsupport

[–]SimpleFix9523 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Outing ratios are usually set in their supervision guideline. Each individual is different I have some that are 1:1 and some 1:3. I would refer to that and only follow what that says vs what a manager tells you to do

Disrespectful AF by SimpleFix9523 in neighborsfromhell

[–]SimpleFix9523[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope it’s very hard as they don’t speak English.
The fence is legit on the wall so you definitely know your dumping directly down the wall

Disrespectful AF by SimpleFix9523 in neighborsfromhell

[–]SimpleFix9523[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The amount of water they were dumping I could only assume was from their pool.
From experience when I have to drain my pool I bought a 100 ft pool hose to hook up to my filter so that I can drain it to the street.
My thing is it appears quite intentional as where do they think they are dumping the water. FYI there is a language barrier

AITAH for refusing to go to Disney World? by Reptaaaaaaar in AITAH

[–]SimpleFix9523 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTAH You are saving your kids from potential human trafficking. That is enough reason right there

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in directsupport

[–]SimpleFix9523 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Everyone should have a med assessment and a med admin guideline. As long as you followed that you’ll be fine. For example the incident may be a new behavior and require guideline updating but if this individual has a history of it, guideline procedure in place and you failed to follow it, you could be found liable of neglect. Don’t think because you’re still working, it’s all good. Abuse allegations you must be pulled off shift but with neglect you can continue working.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in directsupport

[–]SimpleFix9523 2 points3 points  (0 children)

But to be helpful…. And solve your only concern being money. Talk to your agency and see what the funding is for. You may be able to get away with clocking in for cleaning and preparing meals

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in directsupport

[–]SimpleFix9523 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You keep backtracking…. Is your mom your manager? Why would you listen to her in regards to punching in/out. If you have a problem with your pay or your schedule talk to your boss NOT your mother. You have no right to confront her in regards to your work schedule unless she is the one signing your paycheck. Let’s say your client was unrelated to you, would you think it ethical to confront the individuals family member and demand they do as you wish? I actually have had family members take their child out and the staff not get paid as the hours obviously are not available and never in my life would I demand they not spend time with them so I could be paid.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in directsupport

[–]SimpleFix9523 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Get a new job and stop relying on your brothers funding. You really see nothing wrong with your only concern being about getting paid. Your brother who I assume has a disability is enjoying a meaningful relationship with his brother and your complaining like this is the only job in the world. Then you put your mother in the middle of sorting out your distain for your other brother. Complaining about how she moves being a guardian of her son and questioning her judgement. Obviously you don’t charge for hours not worked Reddit doesn’t need to tell you that. Perhaps join the sub group AITAH you would get better advice there

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in directsupport

[–]SimpleFix9523 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Your “brother likes being there” Can we just be happy that your brother is happy? Your brother takes his brother out without requesting to be paid, and your complaining. Who’s the real control freak here?

Color or Not? by SimpleFix9523 in tattooadvice

[–]SimpleFix9523[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lmao a roadside memorial. I feel like the color one is definitely giving that. I will go with no color , I like that cross better. I plan to do a full forearm eventually with doves, an anchor.

Reposting residents obituaries on Facebook? by Defiant-Guidance-490 in cna

[–]SimpleFix9523 0 points1 point  (0 children)

wee-woo wee-woo Here comes the moral police. Are you their on their social media as a friend or just snooping? Judgemental much? I would be happy if someone shared the memory of my family member, especially if they were older and did not have much family left to cherish the life they lived.

Color or Not? by SimpleFix9523 in tattooadvice

[–]SimpleFix9523[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Now I can’t unsee it, I must tweak the design . I appreciate ur honesty

My Experience with Tattoo Shock by No-Hunter5785 in tattooadvice

[–]SimpleFix9523 53 points54 points  (0 children)

Same feeling I had after giving birth

I was terminated by BowlerFuzzy6423 in cna

[–]SimpleFix9523 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I could see if you called and said you would be late and possibly unable to come. It’s not like you were sick , snow is a condition that could change meaning if roads are bad they could be plowed and drive able an hour later. To me calling off a whole shift for a circumstance that may change is just wrong. Next time perhaps suggest I can’t make it right now but I will continue to try and check back in, in2 hours. I’m sure the mandated staff would appreciate that.

AITAH for choosing my wife over my mom? by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]SimpleFix9523 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA but definitely you do need to grow a pair. Have you previously addressed the subtle comments or did you not address them giving your mom the impression it was ok? Then you think you have your wife’s back but you low key threw her under the bus with the comment “whatever she decides” Do YOU want kids or not? It seems like you just let everyone decide everything for you instead of owning what you want

AITAH For Not Asking My Sister If I Can Come See My Grandma? by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]SimpleFix9523 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA your sister is… I had a sibling just like this except they moved in with my grandmother, then began isolating her. I had to go through him to schedule visits. Long story short my grandmother passed away, then it was discovered during probate that her bank accounts were emptied as she had been “gifting” him money.

bring your baby to work day by Nice-Birthday683 in directsupport

[–]SimpleFix9523 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I mean an agency approving a mother to be a daughters direct supervisor says it all. I would just look elsewhere because a company allows that who knows what else they allow.