Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Direct Support Professional- Day Support Job Locations US-VA-HURT ID 2024-156997 Line of Business ResCare Community Living Position Type Full-Time Pay Min USD $15.00/Hr. Pay Max USD $15.00/Hr. Our Company

ResCare Community Living

Overview

Are you driven to serve and help others in your community? Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals (DSP) are the heart of our company with their compassion, dependability, and care. If you want to make an impact by helping people live their best life, read more below and apply today!

Responsibilities

 

Provides direct care and supervision to individuals enrolled in day support program.  Provides input and supervision for all behavior management plans, respects and understands the rights of people supported, ensures safety, recognizes individual needs and encourages independence to people supported with developmental disabilities and/or other related disordersAssists people supported with activities planned and implemented according to written and approved plans, including but not limited to skill building activities such as arts and crafts, technology skills, board games, and other such activities that are included in the individual’s plan of support  Assistance will be provided during all community engagement outingsDrives people supported to community engagement activities as neededMaintains records in accordance with company policy and procedures. This includes documentation related to: service delivery, progress notes, change in health and emotional condition or other significant eventsMay assist people supported with medication or assists or supervises people supported who self-administer medication. Completes medication records and countsMaintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment for the people supported. Performs general housekeeping and teaches/supports client to perform housekeepingCompletes all trainings including new hire, on the job and annual trainings within the designated timeframeUnderstands and follows proper physical safety and emergency protocolsCompletes all documentation accurately and timelyUnderstands and utilizes adaptive equipment including wheelchairs and walkers Qualifications

 

High school diploma or General Education Diploma. Exceptions to educational requirements must comply with state law and regulationsExperience providing services and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, or related disorders preferredMinimum age requirement is 18 yearsValid driver’s license, with a satisfactory driving record, as defined by Company vehicle policyMust meet all agency requirements for pre-employment as required by Company and/or State regulationsMust be able to use a computer for accessing company documentation systemsAbility to communicate verbal and written with all levels of personnel, internal and external to the companyMust be able to work independently as well as part of a teamCapable of working responsibly with highly confidential informationPotential travel for Community Engagement Activities About our Line of Business ResCare Community Living has four decades of experience in the disability services field, providing support to individuals who need assistance with daily living due to an intellectual, developmental or cognitive disability. Our community living services are provided in 27 states with several thousand programs and a comprehensive range of high-quality services, including: Community Living, Adult Host Homes for adults regardless of disability, Behavioral/Mental Health Support, In-home Pharmacy Solutions, Telecare and Remote Support, Supported Employment and Training Programs, and Day programs. For more information, please visit www.rescarecommunityliving.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.
  Salary Range USD $15.00 / Hour