Overview
Join our dedicated team as a Direct Support Professional and become a vital part of empowering individuals with diverse needs to live fulfilling, independent lives. In this energetic and rewarding role, you will provide compassionate, personalized care and support to residents in various settings, including group homes, assisted living facilities, and home care environments. Your enthusiasm and commitment will help foster a safe, engaging, and respectful atmosphere where every individual’s unique abilities are celebrated. This paid position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference while developing valuable skills in patient care, social work, and long-term support.
Duties
- Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility to promote independence and dignity.
- Monitor residents’ health by taking vital signs, observing patient conditions, and reporting changes promptly to healthcare professionals.
- Support medication administration in accordance with care plans while adhering to HIPAA regulations to ensure confidentiality.
- Prepare nutritious meals and assist with meal planning to meet individual dietary needs and preferences.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment by performing light cleaning duties and ensuring proper sanitation standards are upheld.
- Use specialized equipment such as Hoyer lifts or resident’s <PERSON> (personal assistive devices) for safe transfers; provide patient monitoring during activities.
- Document care activities accurately in compliance with HIPAA guidelines and assist in updating individualized care plans regularly.
- Engage residents in social activities and community outings to promote socialization and mental well-being.
- Participate in training on dementia care, Alzheimer’s care, autism support, hospice care, and other specialized areas to enhance your caregiving skills.
- Collaborate with team members, family members, and healthcare providers to deliver comprehensive support tailored to each resident’s needs.
Experience
- Prior experience working in group homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes or home health environments is highly preferred.
- Knowledge of patient observation techniques, vital signs measurement, medication management, and safety protocols such as CPR and first aid certification.
- Hands-on experience assisting with ADLs, meal preparation, light cleaning, and resident monitoring is advantageous.
- Familiarity with working with individuals with developmental disabilities, dementia or Alzheimer’s disease enhances your ability to provide empathetic support.
- Experience in long-term care or hospice settings demonstrates your commitment to compassionate caregiving across diverse health conditions.
- Strong communication skills combined with patience and adaptability are essential for working effectively with residents of all ages and abilities.
- Certification in CPR or first aid is a plus; ongoing training opportunities are available to expand your expertise in senior care, memory care or working with individuals with autism. Embark on a fulfilling career where your dedication transforms lives! We’re committed to supporting your growth through comprehensive training programs while offering a positive work environment that values compassion, teamwork, and respect. Join us today as we make a difference—one person at a time!
Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
