Direct Support Professional- Supervised PT

Direct Support Professional
- Supervised Living PT

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Summary

Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources is actively seeking caring and energetic Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a community-based residential setting in Laurel, MS. The Direct Support Professional position plays an important part in providing assistance in daily living activities, accompanying Pine Belt Mental Health’s consumers on outings in the community, and supporting treatment plans in partnership with clinical staff to enhance the quality of life for those we support.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Must be able to obtain MS CDL Class D Driver’s License within 30 days of hire
• Valid Mississippi Driver’s License with clean driving record required (no moving violations within 3 year period)
• Use of personal transportation required to provide services in the community
• Will need auto liability insurance limits of 100,000/300,000/50,000 within one month of hire

Experience Working With The IDD Population Preferred

• Experience assisting others with ADLs preferred

Responsibilities

• Will pass CPR, MANDT, and other required testing
• Accompanies and transports individuals on outings in the community, work, or other activities.
• Assists individuals with learning independent living skills, such as cooking, cleaning, personal hygiene, and social skills.
• Completes all required documentation on time and by PBMHR standards.
• Supports goals and plans made with clinical staff to enhance quality of life.

County:
Jones

City:
Laurel

FT/PT Status:
Regular Part Time

Education:

High School Diploma

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Mental Health Care