Direct Support Professional RES

THE ARC OF THE ST JOHNS INC • St. Augustine, FL

123d • $17 - $18

About The Position

Are you a compassionate caregiver looking for a supportive and inspiring work environment? At The Arc of the St. Johns, we are looking for enthusiastic caregivers to work in our group homes and make a difference in the lives of the individuals that we serve. If you're ready to grow professionally while changing lives, apply today and join our Residential Team!

Requirements

• Effective written and oral communication skills to fulfill job requirements.
• Pass a Level 2 (state and national) background screening.
• Certification in CPR and First Aid, kept current.
• Certification in Safety Care, kept current. (if working Intense Behavior)
• Good moral character.
• A valid Florida Driver's license and proof of insurance.
• Three references of recommendation for the position.
• High school diploma or equivalent with one year experience preferred.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the agency safety procedures are adhered to by program individuals and staff. Advises Residential Manager of any problems.
• Understand and practice the Participant Bill of Rights and the Principles of Choice when working with or advocating for individuals in services.
• Responsible for the welfare and safety of all individuals in services.
• Implement behavior plan steps and skills, as scheduled.
• Provide residents with skill acquisition and other formal and informal training. Notifies the House Manager of any training issues.
• Maintain data documentation for skill acquisition and other programs as scheduled.
• Assist with completion of assessments of all individuals in services/skills as assigned.
• Assist with preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual documentation of individual achievements as assigned.
• Ensure individuals utilization of skills achieved during acquisition programs through leisure, recreational, household and social activities as designated by Support Plan/Residential Manager.
• Notify Residential Manager of significant individual changes, problems, or needs to assure that individuals are clean, well-groomed and healthy.
• Complete and submit incident reports in a timely manner to Residential Manager.
• Assist individuals in obtaining medical and other necessary appointments. Assist individuals with dispensing medication as directed. Completes appropriate documentation.
• Provide individuals with appropriate and meaningful in-home and community based leisure, recreational, and training activities based on the needs of each person served, as directed by Residential Manager.
• Ensure that individuals are clean and groomed in a generally accepted standard before going into the community.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings to discuss administrative and individual issues and solutions.
• Prepare and submit appropriately completed time sheets, vacation, and sick request.
• Assist with assuring individuals have adequate amounts of privacy, rest, and activity to maintain a well balanced quality of life.
• Prepare and submit all residential documentation as determined by the Residential Manager.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Nine Paid holidays; Accrual-based paid leave after 90 days
• Inexpensive Employer Sponsored Health Insurance with United Health Care.
• Dental, Vision, Short term disability, Long-term disability, and other supplementary insurance products are available
• 403B retirement plan with 4% company match
• $25,000 Employer Sponsored Life Insurance policy
• Employee Wellness Program (earn up to $2,000 in Rewards)
• Supportive leadership, positive environment, rewarding work!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees