Direct Support Professional

JEVS Care at Home•Beaver, PA

35d•Onsite

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional works under the direct supervision of the Client Care Manager and under the general guidance of the individual as they provide general habilitation and companionship care as indicated in their Individual Support Plan (ISP). Direct Care Support Professional, have an important role in allowing our clients to maintain their independence with an Everyday Lives focused care. Direct Support Professionals (DSP’s) report directly to Client Care Managers (CCM’s) and are expected to communicate with their CCM regularly, as needed, and be available during their scheduled shift, as necessary. Announced and unannounced home visits will occur two times annually during a scheduled shift in the client’s residence. DSP’s are evaluated by their Client Care Manager on their performance at 90 days and annually thereafter. DSP’s are expected to maintain the integrity of JEVS Care at Home, and are expected to comply with all JEVS Care at Home policies, as found in the Caregiver Manual. Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) is a requirement of the role, and training on how to properly document services and timekeeping will be provided to the DSP. DSP is responsible for communicating any EVV compliance issues with their Client Care Manager (CCM).

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
Must have a clean driving record, reliable vehicle with updated insurance, registration, and inspection.
Must meet minimum qualifications for each of the following background checks: Criminal, Child Abuse, OIG, SAMS and Medicheck.
Must be a U.S. Citizen or authorized to work in the U.S.
Must have a reliable vehicle that is insured, with updated registration and inspection.
Must satisfactorily complete JEVS Home Care written exam at 80% passing score on post orientation exam and orientation program.
Ability to effectively communicate with Client Care Manager.
Completion of Caregiver Orientation.
Must be able to function in a home setting with minimal direct supervision.
Must be genuinely concerned about helping people and have high moral standards of honesty and integrity.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide general habilitation and companionship care as indicated in their Individual Support Plan (ISP).
Allow clients to maintain their independence with an Everyday Lives focused care.
Communicate with Client Care Manager regularly, as needed, and be available during their scheduled shift, as necessary.
Comply with all JEVS Care at Home policies.
Document services and timekeeping using Electronic Visit Verification (EVV).
Communicate any EVV compliance issues with their Client Care Manager (CCM).
Arrive to assignments with reliability and punctuality.
Follow verbal and written instructions and document services provided.
Assist with client ambulation and transfers to/from bed to/from bath and toilet.