Overview
Join our dedicated team as a Direct Support Professional and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with diverse needs. In this vital role, you will provide compassionate, personalized care to promote independence, safety, and well-being. Your energy and commitment will help create a supportive environment where clients can thrive and achieve their goals. This paid position offers a rewarding opportunity to work closely with individuals requiring assistance in daily activities, health monitoring, and community engagement.
Duties
- Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support using equipment such as Hoyer lifts when necessary.
- Monitor and document clients’ vital signs, health status, and behavioral changes to ensure safety and proper care.
- Administer medications following care plans and HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality and compliance.
- Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs, ensuring proper food handling and cleanliness standards are met.
- Support clients during outings or community activities to foster social interaction and independence.
- Maintain a clean, safe living environment by performing light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning common areas and personal spaces.
- Follow detailed care plans designed by healthcare professionals to deliver consistent, high-quality support tailored to each individual’s needs.
Skills
- Proven experience in group home settings, assisted living facilities, or home & community care environments.
- Knowledge of patient observation techniques, dementia care (including Alzheimer’s and memory care), and working with individuals with developmental disabilities or autism.
- Certifications in First Aid, CPR, HIPAA compliance, and medication administration are highly desirable.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting safely using equipment like Hoyer lifts when required.
- Strong communication skills for working effectively with clients, families, healthcare teams, and social workers.
- Compassionate caregiving skills combined with patience for working with seniors or individuals with disabilities requiring long-term support.
- Ability to monitor vital signs accurately and recognize signs of medical emergencies or behavioral changes requiring intervention. Join us as a Direct Support Professional where your dedication fuels positive change! We’re committed to providing comprehensive training opportunities so you can excel in delivering exceptional patient care while advancing your career in the healthcare field. Your proactive approach will help foster a safe, respectful environment where every individual receives the personalized support they deserve.
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid orientation
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
