PCA Aides - Home Care DSP

Active Day • Ironton, OH

4d • $18 - $18

About The Position

Home Care Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) provide, restore, maintain, and promote clients’ health through in-home support, medical monitoring, transportation, and assistance with activities of daily living. DSPs help create a safe and supportive environment, encourage clients to pursue their individual goals, and contribute to their health and happiness. The role also includes supporting and supervising direct support staff, coordinating schedules, and maintaining accurate service and client documentation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including overnight shifts when accepting an assignment for a 24/7 client.
• Ability to bend, pull, push, squat, turn, transfer, and lift 50 pounds, and to stand for extended periods while providing physical assistance.
• For roles involving client driving: valid driver’s license, safe and reliable transportation, and proof of vehicle registration and insurance.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience working with seniors and/or adults with special needs.
• Valid CPR and First Aid certificate prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day direction and supervision of direct support staff, manage performance, and support staff development, training, and constructive feedback.
• Prepare staff schedules and review and maintain accurate documentation, including service records, behavior documentation, communication logs, incident reports, medication documentation, and mileage records.
• Contribute to an environment of trust, sharing, growth, and mutual support.
• Communicate and cooperate with supervisors and other staff to ensure quality and continuity of client support.
• Help clients work toward their individual goals throughout the day.
• Assist clients with personal care, including bathing, toileting, and basic hygiene.
• Follow each client’s person-centered plan and behavior plan.
• Maintain a safe, healthy environment while respecting individuals’ rights and building trusting relationships with clients and teammates.
• Prepare meals as needed in accordance with dietary requirements, food specifications, and documentation.
• Transport clients to and from activities or appointments, attend appointments, advocate for clients, and obtain required documentation.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Medical and vision benefits
• Dental benefits
• 401(k)
• Access to discount programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Daily pay available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED