Direct Support Professional P42-00003

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $18.00 / hr

• PAID TRAINING

No ExperienceRequired

Days / Hours : Sat-Wed 3 : 00pm-11 : 00pm Total : FT 40hrs. / wk.

GENERALSUMMARY : (General Purpose of the Job)

Performs duties as delegated by Program Manager in licensed community residential facility for persons with intellectual disabilities or behavioral health.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : (Primary Responsibilities)

Some duties and responsibilities vary in intensity and frequency depending on the program.

Provide a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic living environment for persons in a community residential setting.

Encourage, guide and train individuals in developing daily living skills in a community residential setting.

Assist individuals in maintaining their physical health and hygiene.

Medication Administration

Assist in organizing and participating in leisure / recreation activities.

Demonstrate and coach the individuals using approved techniques and strategies.

Participate in the maintenance of overall operation of a community residential setting.

Follow Agency policy and procedures.

To participate in the ongoing communication regarding program planning and implementation for individuals.

CONNECT FUNCTIONS :

Read and add to program Whiteboard / Home Page as every shift

Edit & complete your Connect time schedule block daily

Enter Daily Notes for the individuals for whom you have provided services by the conclusion of your work day

Enter Shift Notes and add to Individuals Comment Log as needed

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS :

High School Diploma or equivalent (as per program requirements)

18 years or older - 21 years or older Personal Care Homes

Pass and maintain Medication Certification standard

Valid U.S. Drivers License and able to be insured on company policy

JOB REQUIREMENTS :

Candidate will have ability to function in a team environment.

Candidate will have ability to work well with individuals and have the physical ability to assist with personal care such as : transferring individual for bathing, household tasks, and grocery shopping.

Properly perform the techniques taught in CPR-AED / First Aid.

Properly preform lifting and carrying techniques up to 25lbs.

Candidate will behave in professional manner; complete training programs; attend required meeting

Unconventional Schedules; Fitzmaurice operates programs and services 24 / 7, 365 days per year

Basic computer skills

Maintain annual required training hours for position

EOE