Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Female Personal Support/Companion to join our team in a vibrant community setting. This full-time role, scheduled Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals requiring personalized care and assistance. As a DSP (Direct Support Professional), you will provide essential support tailored to the unique needs of residents, fostering independence, safety, and well-being. Your energetic approach and commitment will help create a warm, respectful environment where clients feel valued and cared for every day.
Duties
- Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including personal hygiene, dressing, grooming, and mobility support using manual handling techniques and patient transfer methods such as Hoyer lifts.
- Monitor residents’ health by observing vital signs, administering medication as prescribed, and reporting any changes or concerns in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Support residents with meal preparation, ensuring nutritional needs are met while encouraging independence in eating.
- Engage residents in meaningful activities that promote cognitive function and social interaction, including memory care and dementia support strategies.
- Maintain accurate care plans and document patient observations, progress notes, and incident reports diligently.
- Assist with light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning resident areas to uphold a safe and hygienic environment.
- Provide transportation assistance for appointments or community outings, ensuring safety during transfers and travel.
Qualifications
- Prior experience working in group homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or home health environments is highly preferred.
- Knowledge of patient observation techniques, medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and first aid/CPR certification.
- Familiarity with dementia care, Alzheimer’s care, memory care strategies, and working with individuals with neurodevelopmental or intellectual disabilities.
- Experience supporting residents with autism or developmental disabilities is a strong plus.
- Ability to perform manual handling tasks including heavy lifting safely while adhering to HIPAA guidelines and patient privacy standards.
- Strong communication skills for effective client interaction and teamwork within a caregiving environment.
- Demonstrated reliability in maintaining care routines and documentation accurately.
- Compassionate attitude combined with a proactive approach to supporting seniors or individuals with disabilities.
Join us in delivering exceptional care that enriches lives! We value energetic professionals who are eager to provide personalized support in a respectful and nurturing setting. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact through caregiving — from assisting with ADLs to supporting complex health needs — this is the perfect opportunity for you!
Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
