IDD Group Home -Direct Support Professional ( PT 0.6 Variable Shifts Including Weekends)
About The Position
Legacy Behavioral Health is seeking a Direct Support Professional for its Lowndes team. Under supervision, this role provides training and support to people with developmental disabilities in a 24/7 community residential program. The position supports individuals and families throughout South Georgia through compassionate behavioral health services. The Direct Support Professional works with other staff to provide quality IDD services and reports to the Site Manager. The role requires variable hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and may involve travel to off-campus locations in BHSGA or use of a personal vehicle. Employees must be physically and emotionally fit to work in a stressful environment and handle routine and crisis situations.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Valid Georgia driver's license with fewer than 5 points.
- CPR/First Aid certification, or ability to obtain CPR certification.
- Computer proficiency.
- Ability to work varying hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Physical and emotional fitness to work in a stressful environment and handle routine and crisis situations.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand, and finger dexterity, grasping ability, visual acuity for keyboard use, and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects up to 45 pounds.
Responsibilities
- Deliver daily living and community integration skills training according to each person's Individual Service Plan.
- Maintain a clean and sanitary home environment in accordance with CARF safety regulations.
- Assist in coordinating transportation for persons served.
- Work collaboratively with fellow staff to ensure quality IDD services.
- Monitor and document the progress of persons served in treatment.
- Provide monitoring, education, and crisis handling as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive pay.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for full-time and part-time employees, including legal assistance, financial consultations, work-life specialists, and up to four counseling sessions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
