Part-Time Direct Support Professional Female Staff

CENTER FOR HUMAN SERVICES INC•Kirksville, MO

3d•$18 - $0

About The Position

Chariton Valley Association (CVA), a nonprofit organization and partner of Center for Human Services, empowers people with disabilities to achieve independence through high-quality, diverse support services. The Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Family & Community Supports provides direct support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and helps them pursue their highest level of independence. The position is part-time in Kirksville, Missouri. Shifts vary according to the needs of the individuals served. The starting wage is $17.75 per hour, with the possibility of a higher rate depending on experience. Hours and pay may change based on program and business needs. Use of a personal vehicle and valid auto insurance is required to transport individuals. CHS offers benefits; details are provided in its benefits guide.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license.
Reliable, licensed, and insured vehicle.
Reliable form of communication.
Ability to satisfactorily complete mandatory paid training, including CPR/First Aid and Level 1 Med-Aide.
Ability and strength to position, lift, or transfer more than 50 pounds regularly, including safely assisting an adult to the ground to perform CPR.
Ability to push and pull 100–125 pounds of pressure continuously over extended periods for CPR.
Ability to kneel on hard or other surfaces for extended periods for CPR.
Ability to lift, carry, squat, bend, move, push or pull, and sit or stand repetitively and for long intermittent periods.
Ability to walk and/or stand for extended periods.
Ability to type on a keyboard and view computer or other electronic screens for extended or intermittent periods.
Ability to follow directions, document electronically in proprietary systems, provide personal care, work independently and as part of a team, and communicate professionally.
Demonstrated accountability, attention to detail, compassion, kindness, courtesy, ethical decision-making, initiative, organization, positivity, stress and time management, reliability, and a welcoming attitude.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

Encourage community connections, meaningful relationships, and participation in constructive and enjoyable activities and programs.
Promote independence and assist with self-help, self-determination, and self-advocacy skill development; observe, encourage, and record progress toward established goals.
Provide physical and emotional support and maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable living environment, including housekeeping such as making beds, preparing meals, doing laundry, and caring for equipment.
Assist individuals with personal care and hygiene, medication administration, therapies, and other medically related needs.
Complete required documentation accurately and on time, participate in trainings and meetings, and demonstrate professionalism, reliability, attendance, and accountability.
Communicate courteously and professionally, show kindness and patience to individuals and coworkers, demonstrate respect and responsibility, and practice advocacy and encouragement.
Transport individuals using a personal vehicle with valid auto insurance.