Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Job title : Direct Support Professional, Residential Full-time
Supervised by : Residential Services Manager
Days / Hours of Position : Days of the week / hours worked will be based on position requirements - 30 -40 hours per week
Primary Purpose :
To provide direct care in a residential setting to participants with special needs to enable their highest quality of life in terms of their physical, emotional and mental health while adhering to CCARC policies and procedures.
Essential Functions :
- Provides and receives effective, respectful, appropriate, and courteous verbal and written communications
to and from specific teams related to the care of participants, including daily observations and reports of any physical or behavioral changes while adhering to all documentation and record keeping requirements
With family members, guardians, DDS and external healthcare providers including coordinating health and hygiene-related appointmentsProvides essential physical and emotional care to participants includingAssisting with personal care, hygiene, and treatments including administration of medications, recording vital signs as needed, placing supply and medication orders
Providing education to participants in personal hygiene, grooming, and behavioral conduct while acting as a role model to enhance participants’ self esteemCoordinating and leading social and recreational activities as well as shopping for food and clothing, including the safe transportation of participantsCoordinating General housekeeping as well as collecting and changing laundryNutritional support : Monitoring residents at mealtime according to food consistency guidelines for each individualDemonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures and responds appropriately to emergency situationsResponsibly manages and records the use of household petty cash, food and house money and each individual’s money according to the policies established by the CCARC, Inc. Board of DirectorsCollaborating to resolve conflicts, obstacles, and challenges, seeking guidance from manager and team members, as neededDemonstrates adherence to universal precautions, OSHA standards and infection control policies and procedures at all times, as well as department, home and shift proceduresMaintain good daily attendance (days of absence, illness, tardiness)Attends and participates in mandatory in-services, staff meetings and conferences as requiredThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work. Other tasks and duties may be assigned as necessary.
Education and / or Work Experience Requirements :
Minimum Requirement - High School Diploma / GED
Must have valid Driver's License, be insurable with Agency carrier. Individual Home Support employees are required to have a vehicle for use and maintain adequate insurance.Must complete the Agency’s Employee TrainingCertification and training, including but not limited to : CPR, First Aid, PMT (Psychological / Physical Management Training) and DDS Medication AdministrationAbility to follow oral and written instructionsExperience with Microsoft products, use of email and Therap preferredBenefits Include : Medical
Dental
Free Vision
Paid Training
401K / 401K Employer Match
Free Basic Life Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance