We are looking for positive, caring and compassionate people to support clients in the Dinwiddie area, in a residential/Home setting. The Direct Support Professional will be supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Candidates must be flexible with start and end times of shifts. Serious Inquiries only.
Benefits
Excellent Pay
Flexible Scheduling
Remote Interview Process
Bi-Weekly Pay
Duties May Include:
Providing assistance to the adults/children within their home in such areas as feeding, toileting and elimination, nutritional intake, physical care, and daily activities.
Administer medication and document it properly on the Medication Administration Records.
Monitor the person being supported to ensure safety in all aspects of their lives (medical, health, behavioral)
Assist the individual with ambulation, transfers and/or range of motion exercises.
Promote a safe environment for Individual.
Utilizes infection control measures such as hand washing and personal protective equipment.
Observes and reports safety hazards and changes in resident condition to Supervisor.
Accompanying individual to outings/ doctors appointments
Documents observations and activities in an accurate, complete and timely manner.
May have access to personal health information (“PHI”) necessary to fulfill the above duties and responsibilities. Access to use and ability to disclose PHI is further defined by each organization/department.
Must Have:
Direct Support Certified Training (DSP)
Up to dated CPR/First Aid.
CNA background
Qualifications
High school degree or equivalent education/experience.
Must pass all background checks.
Excellent oral and communication skills.
Computer Savvy (experience with using computers for documenting/data).
Must be able to lift 50-100 pounds and be capable of kneeling on the floor to aid individuals
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Experience:
Training in patient total care
Medication reminders
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