Direct Support Professional- Adult Residential (Whitehall, MT)
Aware Inc.•Whitehall, MT
•$17 - $18
About The Position
AWARE is seeking a Direct Support Professional to support adults with brain injuries in a residential setting. The role advances AWARE’s mission of helping individuals reach their highest level of independence and improve their quality of life through encouragement and support. The position involves helping residents with personal care, medication self-administration, health monitoring, behavior and service plans, memory supports, community activities, appointments, household tasks, and maintaining a safe, home-like environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or HSE.
- Acceptable criminal and protective services background check.
- Valid Montana driver’s license or ability to obtain one, and an acceptable driving record.
- Complete pre-employment drug screening and submit to future random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with Liberty Place, Inc. policy and procedure and applicable FTA regulations.
- Experience working with people; volunteer experience may qualify.
- Ability to communicate in English through reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension to understand, plan, and carry out resident care plans.
- Ability to work under pressure and relate professionally and maturely to residents, families, the community, and staff.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and assist residents with self-administration of medications in and out of the facility.
- Assist and coach residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and nourishment.
- Record blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration rates, and weights as requested by the nurse.
- Follow each resident’s Person Centered Service Plan.
- Follow behavior management programs according to the Person Centered Service Plan.
- Assist residents in using their Memory Support Systems.
- Drive and assist residents to community functions and medical appointments.
- Assist residents in and out of the facility during group activities.
- Assist the Habilitation Technician and/or occupational, physical, and speech-language therapists.
- Perform general kitchen functions, including meal preparation and cleanup.
- Assist with facility needs as needed.
- Answer the telephone, run errands, and direct visitors.
- Conduct oneself professionally at all times.
- Help create a home-like atmosphere and have fun.
- Maintain overall building cleanliness, including dusting, mopping, vacuuming, and cleaning bathrooms and shower rooms.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- 401(k)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Advancement
- Professional Development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
