Our organization strongly believes that every individual with developmental disabilities deserves the opportunity to achieve their fullest potential. Currently, we are looking for an experienced staff to fill the role of* Direct Support Professional to provide one-to-one care*. The right candidate will be responsible for providing compassionate care and assistance to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. If you have prior experience working with developmentally disabled adults in a direct care role, we encourage you to apply for this position.
The shifts available are:
Monday thru Thursday from 3pm to 8pm
and
Friday 3pm to 8pm, Saturday 8am to 8pm, and Sunday 8am to 8pm
Job Description:
This position provides the basic daily care that is required by the individual. It assists the individual in attaining and maintaining maximum functional independence. It supports and promotes the rights of individuals and functions effectively as a member of the Service Planning Team. The position functions as a participant of the Service Planning Team as requested by the individual, legally authorized representative (LAR), or local authority (LIDDA).
1. Providing personal assistance based on the needs of the individual as follows: dressing, bathing, tooth brushing, toileting, shaving, hair washing, nail care, social interaction, community integration, reinforcement of counseling and therapies, housekeeping, shopping, laundry, monitoring weight, height, and vital signs, medication monitoring, feeding, food preparation, and money management.
2. Documentation: Service Delivery Logs and Progress Notes, Monitoring Sheets Behavior Data Collection Sheets, Medication Administration Records, and Program Training Sheets.3. Adherence to Universal Precautions and Blood Borne Pathogen Standards.
4. Follow Safety Guidelines
5. Participation in staff meetings and in-service-training.
6. Emergency Evacuation Drills.
7. Respond to emergency needs of individuals including performing CPR, First Aid and using Approved Behavior Management Techniques as needed.
TASKS THAT REQUIRE EQUIPMENT/ TOOLS AND KNOWLEDGE OF THEIR SAFE USE:
1. Measuring vital signs.
2. Weighing individuals using a floor scale.
3. Preparing meals using pots, pans, tableware, utensils, can opener, stove, oven, toaster, food processor, dishwasher, and microwave.
4. Driving, using an automobile
5. Recreational activities.
SKILLS/ ABILITIES:
1. Ability to articulate clearly.
2. Must be reliable to communicate (speak, read, and write) in English.
3. Must be reliable in attendance and timeliness to work schedules.
4. Hearing and vision correctable to normal ranges.
5. Organizational skills.
6. Ability to use body mechanics in controlling unpredictable behavior.
7. Ability to participate in physical activities.
PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
1. Lifting and carrying 40-80 lbs.
2. Pushing wheelchairs of individuals whose total weight may exceed 200 lbs.
3. Operating manual cranks and/ or lifts.
4. Bending, squatting, stooping, and reaching to respond to personal care needs of individuals.
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*Staff must have a valid Texas Driver License and car insurance.*
*Staff must have own vehicle as transportation of individual is a REQUIREMENT.*
COVID-19 Considerations:
- To keep our Direct Support Professional's safe, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required while working in the residential homes. Direct Support Professionals will be provided with masks and gloves for use while on shift. Cleaners and sanitizers are also kept in the homes for use. As a safety precaution, a daily temperature check is completed by anyone who enters or resides in the home.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $10.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
License/Certification:
- Driver License (Required)
- Car Insurance (Required)
Work Location: In person