What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional (DSP) position at Elwyn?
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Elwyn California is currently seeking aCaregiver/Direct Support Professionalor Certified Nurse's Assistant (C.N.A.) to work with our team in residential group homes. This is a non-exempt level position reporting to the Program Administrator.
Various Shifts Available: Part Time 24-32 Hours per Week, Various Days Avilable, Various Shifts
Caregiver/DSP Pay: $19.26/Hr.
Certified Nurse Assistant (C.N.A.) $21.43/Hr.
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Direct Support Professional
Primary Function
- Direct Support Professional staff provide assistance and supervise residents in activities of daily living.
- Responsible for adhering to and documenting an individual's program as directed by the Program Administrator, RN House Manager or licensed staff in charge.
- Responsible for providing active programming at all times.
- Responsible for adherence to standards, procedures and schedules established by their supervisor.
- Functions are consistent with certified nurse's aide regulations.
- Responsible for ensuring that any suspicion of or knowledge of suspected abuse is reported in accordance with the law and program policies "Mandated Reporter" (SOC 341).
Education/Experience
- High School diploma or GED.
- Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) required for medical model homes.
- Must have at least one year experience working in a program serving persons with developmental disabilities.
Working Environment/Hazards
- Ability to work in a variety of environments and settings.
- Ability to work weekend shifts Hours of operation is 24-7; AM-shift, PM-shift, and NOC-shift.
- Potential exposure to communicable diseases, blood-borne pathogens, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to a clinical nursing environment.
- Interaction with consumers who display aggressive and/or self-injurious behaviors.
Requirements
- Valid California driver license
- Successful completion of pre-employment physical and drug screen, including current TB
- Successful completion of DOJ and FBI background check
- Successful completion of all trainings as required by applicable regulations, including, but not limited to, DSP1 and DSP2.
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