General Responsibilities:
The Direct Care Professional is responsible for promoting a supportive, structured relationship for Individuals with
Disabilities, which fosters Individual development and self-sufficiency; and enriches the Individual’s quality of life.
The DC professional is responsible for maintaining a safe, supportive, home environment which facilitates the
development of self-help skills among Individuals. The primary role is to provide the appropriate supports tailored
to the needs and desires of each Individual to enable each to live as independently as possible in accordance with
the Assessment and ISP. The DC Professional is expected to recognize when an individual is in a crisis and be
able to utilize the appropriate behavioral and medical support services. The DC Professional will demonstrate a
commitment to promoting normalcy, in the scheduling of and participation in activities, vocational training, and job
goals; as well as daily home management routines that enable Individuals to lead productive and fulfilling lives.
Detailed Job description
The DC Professional will follow the predetermined Assessment and ISP as set forth by the team and ensure that
all aspects of the plan are carried out. This Professional will demonstrate a commitment to enrichment of the
Individual’s lives and the parameters and guidelines as set forth in the Assessment and ISP. This position reports
to the Community House Manager. Position Responsibilities:
Job requirements and Qualifications
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High School Diploma or equivalent
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Valid Driver’s License
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Minimum of two years working with people in a customer service, health/human services or business environment
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Able to make time to attend initial training and follow up training as needed.
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Clean background check and FBI clearance (If you do not have a valid background check and FBI clearance, QA can run one for you and forward the bill toward employee)
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Responsible in the overall care, health, safety and supervision of Individuals in care
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Ability to read and understand English as it relates to reading medical prescriptions, directions, recipes, policies, procedures and directions for managing the daily life and activities of Individuals and a safe and healthy home
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Proven communication skills both written and verbal
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Compassionate, patient and caring work attitude
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Able to effectively multitask
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Math aptitude.
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Health conscious and organized in maintaining clean, safe environment
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Valid CPR and first aid training (also available during basic training)
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Demonstrated home management skills, to include, budget management, cleaning, menu preparation and nutrition and emergency steps
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Successfully complete physical examination within 12 months prior to employment and every 2 years thereafter including a Tuberculin Test/Chest X-Ray Position Competencies
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Ability to follow written directions/plans and record results
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Work well under pressure
