Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Support Professional - PRN - Immediate positions available - Memphis, TN Area $15.68 an hour

The primary purpose of the Direct Support Professional is to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who need support to lead a safe, self-directed life to participate fully in their communities.

To assist individuals with intellectual disabilities (mild to severe) in leading a self-directed life and contribute to the community. To aid in assisting with activities of daily living if needed, and encourage attitudes and behaviors that enhance community inclusion. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you, will provide support at home, work, and other community places.

Direct Support Professional Skills :

The job of a Direct Support Professional (DSP) is a very significant one. It is important to have compassion, creativity, and integrity when supporting our individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. A DSP will assist a person, with developmental disabilities, to have a meaningful, safe and self-directed life, skills are needed which include the following but are not limited to :

• provide quality care of individuals in their home
• ensure supports and services are person-centered
• provide breakfast | lunch | dinner dietary options for individuals daily
• promote physical health and emotional well-being
• provide responsible and accountable financial management
• maintain confidentiality
• drive individual to doctor's appointments, school, work, and community based activities
• support individual to form new relationships
• maintain existing relationships
• document daily reports electronically

Capitol City Residential Healthcare is currently seeking Direct Support Staff for the following shifts :

8am-4pm; 4pm-Midnight; Midnight-8am.

PRN : TBD offered by management

Please call Human Resources 731-736-3462 | or apply in person 9am-5pm

Capitol City Residential Healthcare

5100 Poplar Ave

Memphis, TN 38137

Job Type : Part time - PRN

Schedule :

Weekends

Work Location :

Multiple locations

Duties :

Reading, writing, and carrying out directions

Charting or taking notes for others to review

Providing companionship and supportive listening

Reporting changes in the health or status of the client

Feeding clients

Maintaining patient's health equipment

Responding to emergency situations

Administering medication

Transporting client to appointments

Facilitating community and recreational outings, including transport

Providing support with hobbies, studies, and social activities

Must have a valid driver's license and dependable vehicle