Direct Support Professional

Life&Company • Bayboro, NC

285d • $17

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional position at LIFE, Inc. in Newport, NC involves providing essential support to clients in various aspects of their daily lives. This role is crucial in ensuring that clients receive the care and assistance they need to maintain their independence and quality of life. The position is part-time with multiple shifts available, including early morning, afternoon, and evening options.

Requirements

• Minimum of High School Diploma or GED.
• NC Driver's License.
• 21 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Assist and monitor clients while dressing, bathing, toileting, and in all other aspects of self-care.
• Assist and monitor clients during meals to ensure utilization of family style dining.
• Assist and monitor clients in all aspects of housekeeping responsibilities (Clothing care, house cleaning, and yard care).
• Assist and monitor clients in preparing meals and nutritional supplements.
• Assist and monitor clients in the administration of prescribed medication without error.
• Assist and monitor clients in the implementation of prescribed diet orders and utilization of adaptive equipment.
• Implement and follow all established behavior programs, data collection, and established safety procedures.
• Assist and monitor clients in appropriate active treatment including training objective plans, recording data, and implementing service goals.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay.
• Medical Insurance.
• Paid Time Off.
• Retirement Plan.
• Longevity Bonus (paid on hire date each year).
• Growth Opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: High school or GED