Direct Support Professional

Edenton • Plymouth, NC

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About The Position

Join LIFE, Inc. - Plymouth as a Direct Support Professional in Plymouth, NC. This role assists and supports clients in their daily activities while providing compassionate and dedicated care. The position is 3rd shift PRN (as needed), with compensation of $17.50 per hour, paid bi-weekly.

Requirements

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
• Valid North Carolina driver's license.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• No previous experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist and monitor clients with dressing, bathing, toileting, and other aspects of self-care.
• Assist and monitor clients during meals to ensure utilization of family-style dining.
• Assist and monitor clients with housekeeping responsibilities, including clothing care, house cleaning, and yard care.
• Assist and monitor clients in preparing meals and nutritional supplements.
• Assist and monitor clients in administering prescribed medication without error.
• Assist and monitor clients in following prescribed diet orders and using adaptive equipment.
• Implement and follow established behavior programs, data collection practices, and safety procedures.
• Assist and monitor clients in active treatment, including training objective plans, recording data, and implementing service goals.
• Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team and communicate appropriate client information as directed by supervisory staff.
• Transport and monitor clients on Company vehicles as directed.
• Assist and monitor clients during community outings.
• Assist and monitor clients during participation in school and day program activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Longevity bonus paid on hire date each year
• Growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED