What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional (DSP) Part Time/Weekends position at Keithcare Inc.?
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Perks and Benefits at Keithcare
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits available for full-time employees after a short waiting period
- Eligibility for paid time off for full-time employees after a short waiting period
- Competitive wages with opportunities for advancement into management positions
- Work for a company that doesn’t see you as a number – We’re a family owned and operated business with a passion for helping families and supporting our employees
- Multiple shifts, hours, positions, and locations available
What does a Direct Support Professional (DSP) do?
The Direct Support Professional serves as a mentor, supporter, and advocate for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their homes and communities.
- Duties depend on the needs of the people you’re supporting. Some duties can include, but are not limited to:
- Meal preparation and mealtime assistance
- Cleaning and household upkeep
- Ensuring the person’s hygiene and personal upkeep needs are met
- Helping the person obtain and maintain employment
- Providing transportation to and from places of the person’s choice
- Administration of medications (medication certified personnel only)
- Mobility equipment operation and repositioning
- Helps people learn new skills, maintain skills, and explore new opportunities for personal growth
- Safeguards the funds of people supported and obtains receipts for purchases, as applicable
- Assists individuals to succeed in all outcomes defined in the person's ISP, with follow through on all documentation of progress, barriers, information learned, and completion
- Facilitates and encourages building and maintenance of relationships that are important to the person
- Completion of all required documentation with a focus on detail, accuracy, and respectful language
Hours and Shifts Available
Part Time / Full Time / PRN
Monday-Friday and Saturday-Sunday
Weekend Availability Preferred
Part Time position, up to $15.00 an hour.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $14.50 - $15.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $15