Hegel

Hope Network•Gaines Township, MI

14h

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional supports the individual goals of the person served and helps them become integrated into their community in the least restrictive manner. The role may include assisting with mobility, activities of daily living, communication, cognition, health management, social networking, vocational interests, leisure-time management, and community participation. This is a full-time, 32-hour position on the first shift at Hegel.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid State of Michigan driver’s license.
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Ability to become certified in CPR and First Aid.
Commitment to scheduled shifts, assigned duties, and performance expectations; shifts may include weekends and holidays.
Basic computer skills.
Strong desire to help others, demonstrated through empathy, patience, understanding, enthusiasm, and dedication.
Trustworthiness, integrity, and honesty.
Respect for diversity and inclusion.
Professional communication, pleasantness, attendance, accuracy, follow-through, reliability, teamwork, and punctuality.
Participation in continuous education, training, and personal development.

Responsibilities

Monitor and ensure the safety of the person served, including through eyes-on supervision, one-on-one support, or 15- or 30-minute checks.
Support crisis prevention, intervention, and resolution.
Build collaborative relationships based on trust and empathy through consistent, meaningful communication.
Partner with individuals served, community members, and other professionals.
Help individuals develop problem-solving, communication, and independence skills.
Assist with social and leisure interests and activities, including transportation or escort to community activities and participation in in-house events.
Assist with activities of daily living, including transportation, dressing, bathing or showering, grooming, nail care, restroom assistance, and cooking.
Monitor vital signs related to medical conditions or illness.
Promote positive behavior.
Attend medical appointments and ensure accurate information is shared between medical providers and the care team.
Read, understand, and help implement medical, behavioral, and clinical care plans; provide accurate, timely, and descriptive documentation.
Connect individuals with community opportunities to develop relationships.
Support community participation, volunteering, career or employment goals, and educational interests.