Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job Title : Direct Support Professional

Job Requirement : DSP I and / or II training, cleared fingerprints, physical and TB test, CPR and 1st Aid

Job Description : As a DSP I or II you are providing direct care to all residents. This can include but isnt limited to :

Supervision or hands on assistance with hygiene : teeth brushing, hair washing, bathing, dressing, nail care

Screen residents, visitors and staff as required for COVID 19. Notify owner or Medical Coordinator if individual is symptomatic. Work with residents to follow COVID 19 safety procedures.

Medication assistance / dispensing, packing medication

Transporting residents in company cars as assigned

Providing 1st aid and summoning medical attention

Laundry, housekeeping / cleaning

Professional interactions with resident jobs / programs and families

Meal Service

Tidying of residents personal space and belongings

Providing direct care to and engaging with residents in a respectful, caring manner at all times

Scheduling / canceling transportation

Completing assigned training as directed by your supervisor by required deadline

Other duties as requested by your supervisor.

Physical Demands : Ability to lift twenty-five (25) pounds. Ability to stand for extended periods Fine motor skills Visual acuity The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach forward with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Reports to : Shift Supervisor / Manager