Direct Support Professional (DSP) Caregiver
About The Position
Continuum of Colorado is seeking Caregivers for our meaningful Direct Support Professional (DSP) positions in the Aurora Metro, CO area. Are you a personable, caring individual who thrives off of making a difference in the lives of others? This position is for you! Our caregivers get to support a variety of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, implement care plans, and help our individuals with daily activities and transporting them to community activities. We are hiring for a full-time position, Monday-Wednesday 8:00 AM–8:00 PM. We are also seeking substitute staff to fill in at various locations throughout the Aurora, Denver, and Castle Rock areas.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Perform personal care/medical procedures and consistently lift up to 50 lbs
- Ability to read, write and converse in English and perform simple math calculations
- Know how to use the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) at an intermediate level; ability to use Outlook to communicate through email
- Personal vehicle in good operating condition for use during work
- Valid Colorado driver's license; proof of insurance; 3 years of current, consecutive driving history
- Must meet driving requirements: no suspensions/revocations in the past three (3) years and no more than two (2) tickets in the past three (3) years
Nice To Haves
- One (1) year experience in an area directly related to job, preferred (i.e., developmental disabilities, elderly)
- Be able to pass and maintain certification in all agency required training
Responsibilities
- Train, assure and assist individuals in completing daily activities and other tasks (cleaning, toileting, meal preparation, meal pick-up and delivery, cooking, budgeting, hygiene etc.)
- Meet individuals' needs for transportation (may include driving or assisting in accessing transportation)
- Implement and document individuals' ISSPs, care plans and protocols
- Carry out scheduled community activities (transports, provides supervision)
- Assist with medications (i.e., administration, pill packing, monitoring) as certified, and document as appropriate
- Monitor health needs of individuals and assist in obtaining health care as needed
- Provide medical care in accordance with established protocols, to include First Aid/CPR when needed
- Document program, incident, medical and financial information as required
- Use web-based computer programs to document medication administrations
Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Certified Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Employer-paid training with a supportive team
- Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- Same day pay available with Tapcheck
- Health, dental, vision Insurance
- 401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%
- Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
