Direct Support Professional (Bedford or Richmond Heights)
- Advocate on behalf of the individuals; upholds respectful and efficient communication with individuals and all parties.
- Provide emotional support by developing an age-appropriate relationship with individuals.
- Assist individuals with developing and practicing daily living skills routines. Encouraging independence, hygiene (bathing, toileting, washing hands, dental care), appearance (care of clothing, laundry, appropriate dress), behavior (appropriate responses / actions with others including other individuals and the public), proper diet / eating habits, the preparation of meals, and safety (fire drills, first aid techniques).
- Perform direct support and supervision, including but not limited to by : Providing transportation and supervision to and from program, during community and recreational outings, doctor appointments, etc.
- Adhering to individual's rights, mandated reporting, and unusual incident requirements.
- Observing any changes in individual's status / well-being and report immediately to Direct Supervisor and / or other individuals as appropriate.o Demonstrating an understanding of procedures for all emergencies, medical, natural disaster, fire, and behavioral incidents.
- Performing other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications and Requirements :
Eighteen (18) years of age.Valid Driver's LicenseHigh School Diploma or equivalent.Clear criminal backgroundExperience working with individuals with Developmental Disabilities is preferred but not required.Job Types : Full-time, Part-time, or Weekend Only
Pay : $14.00 - $16.50 per hour
Benefits :
Paid time offReferral programSchedule :
8 hour shiftDay shiftOvertimeWeekends as neededEducation :
High school or equivalent (Required)Experience :
being a DSP : 1 year (Preferred)License / Certification :
Driver's License (Required)Shift availability :
Day Shift (Preferred)Work Location : In person, Bedford, Richmond Heights
Job Types : Full-time, Part-time
Pay : $14.50 - $16.00 per hour
Benefits :
401(k)Dental insuranceFlexible scheduleHealth insurancePaid time offReferral programVision insuranceLicense / Certification :
Driver's License (Required)Shift availability :
Day Shift (Preferred)Ability to Relocate :
Cleveland, OH 44130 : Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location : In person