Direct Support Professional (Savannah, GA)

INSPIRITUS INC•Savannah, GA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is an essential member of the Inspiritus Disability Services Team. The role provides individualized care, assistance, support, and training to people with developmental disabilities so they can meet daily needs, make choices, participate in community activities, and maintain their health and safety. The position calls for a positive attitude, professionalism, quality service, and a passion for helping others thrive. The DSP works in clients’ homes and community settings in Savannah, Georgia, and reports to a Case Manager. The schedule is Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. and/or Saturday through Sunday from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. The role pays $21 per hour and requires travel to client homes.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Current Georgia driver’s license.
Current vehicle insurance and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.
Dependable vehicle.
FBI criminal background clearance.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Have or be able to obtain CPR/First Aid Certification.
Ability to successfully complete behavior support training.
Ability to work professionally in home and community settings with clients and their families.
Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, including listening, verbal, and writing skills, with clients, family members, Inspiritus personnel, and community members.
Ability to understand and maintain confidentiality requirements.
Ability to perform frequent movement throughout a shift, including walking, bending, reaching, squatting, sitting, pushing, and pulling.
Ability to operate a personal vehicle.
Regularly required to talk and hear; stand, walk, sit, handle or feel objects, tools, and controls; and reach with hands and arms.
Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or higher in psychology, sociology, or special education.
Experience working with individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities.
Experience working with the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD).
One or more years of caregiving experience.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Personal Care Aide (PCA), or Home Health Aide (HHA) credential.

Responsibilities

Provide in-home assistance with personal care, including grooming, dressing, bathing, nutrition, and ambulation, as well as light housekeeping, leisure activities, shopping, medical monitoring, and similar tasks.
Safely transport and accompany individuals to appointments, shopping, social activities, and other events.
Encourage relationship-building and choice-making.
Support and implement person-centered plans tailored to each individual’s needs, wants, and interests.
Assist and train individuals in working toward and exceeding their goals.
Ensure client safety and maintain a safe home environment.
Respect each individual’s religious, cultural, ethnic, and personal differences.
Communicate and interact respectfully with individuals in ways that suit their communication needs.
Communicate professionally with individuals’ family members, friends, guardians, and advocates.
Accurately complete required service-delivery documentation.
Monitor individuals’ health and well-being, document observations, and communicate concerns to the Case Manager, RN, or designated team member.
Use positive behavior supports to prevent and manage disruptive behaviors and maintain a safe environment.
Support and protect the human, civil, constitutional, and statutory rights of individuals served and their families.
Comply with agency, local, state, and federal policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.