Personal Assistant/DSP, (FH/E) Fri and Sat 3PM-11PM (16 Hrs/Wk)
About The Position
UCP Heartland is seeking compassionate and committed PERSONAL ASSISTANTS (Direct Care Providers) for FULL-TIME shifts. UCP Heartland offers a positive, team-driven, work environment at $20.00/Hour. As a PERSONAL ASSISTANT/DSP (Direct Care Provider), you will perform the following responsibilities: Provide physical assistance with daily tasks, assist with personal hygiene and facilitate fun activities. Follow medical orders and administer medications. Assist with ADL's, Lift and Transfer (includes ceiling lifts, repositioning in wheelchair, etc), Adaptive Transportation. Shift documentation using Set-Works and general housekeeping. Will interact with family often. Please have a fun, outgoing and positive personality. Most importantly, provide choices to the clients for their daily activities to provide entertainment and community outings. UCP Heartland strives to be the provider of choice supporting people living with disabilities and you can be a part of that mission. As a DIRECT CARE PROVIDER, your work will make a difference in people’s lives 365 days a year!
Requirements
- High School diploma or its equivalent (GED).
- Valid Drivers’ license
- Clean Driving Record and successfully completes and maintains assigned drivers training
- A MINIMUM OF ONE WEEKEND SHIFT PER WEEKEND
- Experience supporting individuals with disabilities or in a customer service field
- Ability to take direction and work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to consistently work in a professional, cooperative manner with all Agency clients and personnel.
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Computer Proficiency
- Reliable transportation
- 5-7 days of mandatory training at our corporate office Monday through Friday 8:45 AM - 4:15 PM
Nice To Haves
- Fun, outgoing and positive personality.
Responsibilities
- Provide physical assistance with daily tasks, assist with personal hygiene and facilitate fun activities.
- Follow medical orders and administer medications.
- Assist with ADL's, Lift and Transfer (includes ceiling lifts, repositioning in wheelchair, etc), Adaptive Transportation.
- Shift documentation using Set-Works and general housekeeping.
- Interact with family often.
- Provide choices to the clients for their daily activities to provide entertainment and community outings.
Benefits
- Paid training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
