Direct Support Professional

Job Description

Overview

Join our dedicated team as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), where your compassionate nature and active engagement will make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with diverse needs. In this vital role, you will provide personalized care, support daily activities, and foster independence for residents. Your energy and dedication will help create a safe, respectful, and empowering environment that promotes well-being and quality of life.

This paid position offers an opportunity to develop your caregiving skills while making a positive impact in your community.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility support.
• Monitor residents' health by taking vital signs, observing patient conditions, and reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
• Administer medications following care plans and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations to protect patient privacy.
• Support residents during meal preparation and feeding, ensuring nutritional needs are met with attention to safety and dietary restrictions.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment by performing routine cleaning duties within residents' living spaces and common areas.
• Document care activities accurately in resident records, including progress notes, medication logs, and incident reports.
• Engage residents in social activities and community outings to promote socialization and mental stimulation.
• Follow established protocols for emergency situations by administering first aid, CPR, or calling emergency services when necessary.
• Collaborate with team members to develop and implement individualized care plans tailored to each resident's needs.
• Uphold all safety standards related to assisted living, nursing home care, dementia care, Alzheimer's care, memory care, hospice care, and working with individuals with autism or developmental disabilities.

Skills

• Proven experience in group home settings, assisted living facilities, nursing homes or home & community care environments.
• Knowledge of patient observation techniques and ability to monitor vital signs accurately.
• Strong understanding of medication administration procedures and HIPAA compliance.
• Excellent communication skills for working effectively with residents, families, healthcare teams, and social workers.
• Familiarity with care plans development and documentation processes for long-term or short-term care scenarios.
• Competence in basic cooking skills for meal preparation aligned with dietary guidelines.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team dedicated to resident-centered care.
• Certifications such as CPR/First Aid are preferred; ongoing training in patient monitoring and assisted living best practices is encouraged. Embark on a rewarding career where your compassion meets action! We are committed to supporting your growth through continuous training opportunities while providing a respectful environment that values your dedication to caring for others.

Join us today to become an essential part of transforming lives through compassionate support!

Qualifications for the Direct Support Professional include:

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record
• High school diploma or GED
• Read, write, speak and comprehend the English language

Salary: $15.50 - $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Experience:

Director Support Care: 1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person