PAC Direct Support Professional

Carey Services•Marion, IN

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Carey Services is a community-based organization which receives strong support from a broad cross-section of individuals, families, businesses, and charitable interests. Supports and services are determined through person-centered planning, whereby individuals and their families direct the planning and allocation of resources to meet their own individual life goals. We believe in creating inclusive communities where everyone is valued, respected, and able to contribute. Join Carey Services as a Direct Support Professional and embark on a rewarding journey where your compassion and dedication can truly make a difference. As a vital member of our organization, you will have the opportunity to support individuals with diverse abilities, fostering independence and promoting a fulfilling life. This role not only allows you to be a beacon of support but also offers a chance for personal and professional growth. Apply now to be part of a team committed to 'Turning abilities into opportunities'. We serve individuals who have a variety of intellectual, physical or developmental disabilities. We believe that every single individual has just as much value as we do. We want every single person in our community to have impact, feel valued, and accomplish their own dreams. The best part of your day will be the individuals we serve and watching them realize they belong and have value in the world! You may go on outings, engage with the community, play games, watch movies, learn fun crafts, grow life skills and so much more. As a PAC DSP, you’ll spend your days helping create a meaningful day for the individuals, helping them become more independent and accomplish their goals, helping with daily living tasks such as using the personal hygiene, cleaning, eating, etc., helping them be a part of their community, celebrating small and big wins, growing in life skills, building trust and a relationship together and doing life alongside them, doing arts, crafts and creative things together, transporting individuals to and from facilities in compliance with safety regulations, playing games and doing fun activities, and maintaining timely and accurate records for billing, notes and other documentation. A PAC/Respite DSP provides direct support, instruction, and assistance to persons with disabilities (I/DD) living in the community. PAC is centered around the unique needs of each individual. The focus is on helping individuals successfully complete daily tasks, navigate their environment, and build independence in real-life situations. Health and safety, community inclusion, and daily living skills are just a few of the exciting aspects of the job!

Requirements

Must be 18 years or older
Must possess a valid driver’s license
Adequate automobile insurance
Meet agency insurability requirements.
Must be able to learn (instruction provided) basic principles of teaching
Good basic mathematical computation and English Language writing knowledge.
Ability to walk, bend, stoop or stand for extended periods
Must be able to assist in lifting or transferring individuals to and from wheelchairs
Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as but not limited to: gloves, masks, gowns, face shields, shoes, ear plugs, etc.
Must be able to follow all required safe and universal precaution practices during a pandemic and as required otherwise
As required by specific job requirements must know first aid, health & safety measures or build an acceptable competence level by post-hire training.

Responsibilities

Helping create a meaningful day for the individuals!
Helping individuals become more independent and accomplish their goals.
Helping with daily living tasks such as using the personal hygiene, cleaning, eating, etc.
Helping them be a part of their community
Celebrating small and big wins
Growing in life skills
Building trust and a relationship together and doing life alongside them!
Doing arts, crafts and creative things together
Transporting individuals to and from facilities in compliance with safety regulations
Playing games and doing fun activities
Maintaining timely and accurate records for billing, notes and other documentation.
Provides direct support, instruction, and assistance to persons with disabilities (I/DD) living in the community.
Helping individuals successfully complete daily tasks, navigate their environment, and build independence in real-life situations.