PCA Aides - Home Care DSP

Active Day • Ironton, OH

4d

About The Position

Home Care Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) provide, restore, maintain, and promote clients’ health through home support, medical monitoring, transportation, and assistance with activities of daily living. DSPs are expected to lead by example with a positive demeanor and to be thoughtful, supportive, productive, and dependable coworkers. They help keep clients safe and work to enhance the health and happiness of the people served and those who care for them.

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 an extended period while providing physical assistance to members.
• For positions involving client driving, a valid driver’s license, safe and reliable transportation, and proof of vehicle registration and insurance are required.

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 maintain thorough, accurate documentation, including HPC service documentation, 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 support quality and continuity of care.
• Help clients work toward their individual goals throughout the day.
• Assist clients with personal care, including bathing, toileting, and basic hygiene.
• Follow each resident’s person-centered plans and behavior plans.
• Maintain a safe, healthy environment free from harm while respecting individuals’ rights.
• Build trusting relationships with clients and teammates.
• Prepare meals according to dietary requirements, food specifications, and documentation.
• Transport clients to scheduled activities or appointments, attend appointments, advocate on their behalf, and obtain required documentation.

What This Job Offers

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