Direct Support Professional Residential Respite
About The Position
The Direct Support Professional provides self-care training and assistance in daily living to individuals with developmental disabilities residing in a group respite setting. The Respite Center offers a six-bed home-like atmosphere with trained staff to ensure the best quality of care for individuals with disabilities. Individual stays run Thursday-Sunday where they will receive meals, activities, and trips within the community. Direct Support Professionals are the trained staff who provide 24-hour supervision, care, and guidance to residents. They assist with personal care needs, cleaning, cooking, medications, and activities.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid NYS driver's license
- 12 months driving history
Nice To Haves
- Six months to one-year related experience and or training preferred
Responsibilities
- Provides individualized care as outlined in the individuals Life Plan, or ISP.
- Assists Individuals in the primary activities of daily living (toileting, feeding, cooking, cleaning) as outlined in individual's ISP to promote independence.
- Maintains files and produces service notes and documentation on assigned caseload.
- Documents and submits reports to the program as outlined in the assigned department.
- Maximized consumer's social skills in order to enable him/her to live in their community by providing activities in a community setting.
Benefits
- 401K Employer Match
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Group Life Insurance
- Paid Time off
- Tuition Assistance
- 12 paid Holidays
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
