Direct Support Professional ( Residential)

Nplh Service Group•Windsor Mill, MD

18h•$18 - $19

About The Position

We are seeking a Direct Support Professional to join our team! You will assist in the daily care of individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, in the following ways: Assist our individuals with activities of daily living Maintain a healthy and comfortable living environment Assist with and work to strengthen the individuals’ many daily living needs, including but not limited to: nutrition, hygiene, exercise, communication, community integration, and socialization skills Help individuals to bathe, groom and dress, eat meal prep if necessary, always working to improve self-reliance. Help set individual goals and track client progress, noting any drastic changes; report findings to superiors Make phone calls and drive the individuals we serve to appointments, meetings, events, etc. Encourage individual skill development and work toward community integration Develop meaningful relationships and connections with your clients to make them feel cared for and included in the community Follow all health and safety protocols Help with clean and tidy home for the individuals Attend continuing education courses, complete assigned trainings, and obtain additional certifications as the job requires Be a compassionate, patient, and encouraging direct support professional at all times; you are a caregiver, cheerleader, and advocate rolled into one, and your work can change the lives of many for the better. Additional Details: Job Type : Full-Time and Part-Time (Weekend Shifts) Pay : $17.50 - $18.50 per hour Position Type: Full-Time Schedule Options: Full Time: M-F 3pm-11pm, Sat-Sun 7am-11pm Part-Time: Saturday-Sunday, 11:00 PM-7:00 AM Work Location : Windsor Mill, MD & Towson MD

Requirements

3 years of Previous experience in caregiving, personal care or other related fields
A compassionate and caring demeanor
Ability to build rapport with clients
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Minimum high school diploma or GED equivalent
Valid driver’s license / Reliable transportation to work
Adult First Aid & CPR/AED certification
CMT
DDA
MANDT
Can Pass a state background check (dependent on state requirements)

Nice To Haves

Are comfortable working independently and can consistently make sound judgments that benefit the individuals we serve.
Are flexible, with a keen ability to handle stress well
Have a friendly disposition with a positive ‘can-do’ attitude
Have experience tracking and recording information (database software)
Enjoy working with developmentally disabled individuals to improve their quality of life
Offer strong interpersonal skills and passionate about helping those in need

Responsibilities

Assist our individuals with activities of daily living
Maintain a healthy and comfortable living environment
Assist with and work to strengthen the individuals’ many daily living needs, including but not limited to: nutrition, hygiene, exercise, communication, community integration, and socialization skills
Help individuals to bathe, groom and dress, eat meal prep if necessary, always working to improve self-reliance.
Help set individual goals and track client progress, noting any drastic changes; report findings to superiors
Make phone calls and drive the individuals we serve to appointments, meetings, events, etc.
Encourage individual skill development and work toward community integration
Develop meaningful relationships and connections with your clients to make them feel cared for and included in the community
Follow all health and safety protocols
Help with clean and tidy home for the individuals
Attend continuing education courses, complete assigned trainings, and obtain additional certifications as the job requires
Be a compassionate, patient, and encouraging direct support professional at all times; you are a caregiver, cheerleader, and advocate rolled into one, and your work can change the lives of many for the better.