CaregiverDSP

A & T Health Care Inc; Purcellville (VA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Training & development

Job summary

A health care organization is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) in Purcellville, Virginia. The role involves assisting elderly or disabled individuals with daily living activities and requires compassion and relevant experience. You will collaborate with families and maintain a comfortable living environment. This part-time position offers certifications assistance and provides necessary training.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in personal care or related fields is preferred.
• One year of experience with individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities.
• Certifications such as CPR and First Aid are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities.
• Maintain a healthy and comfortable living environment.
• Communicate care results to relevant parties.

Skills

Compassionate demeanor

Ability to build rapport

Knowledge of care principles

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Overview

We are seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) / Caregivers to join our team! You will assist in the daily care of elderly or disabled individuals.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Training & development

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities
• Communicate ongoing care results and updates to relevant parties
• Collaborate with clients and families for best care opportunities
• Maintain a healthy and comfortable living environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in personal care or other related fields
• Compassionate and caring demeanor
• Ability to build rapport with clients
• One year of full-time or equivalent part-time paid or volunteer experience in the care, training, habilitation, and support of children or adults with a diagnosis of developmental/intellectual disability
• Certification (If you do not have any or some of the certifications, we can help you obtain All of these certifications within a few days. Contact us for details):
• Gov issued IDs
• TOVA First Aid CPR
• Driver's License/Car
• TB test result
• High school diploma
• Medication management

Role Details

• Direct Support Professional assists individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities with daily living activities at home or in the community. Their duties may include making beds, doing laundry, preparing and providing meals.

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of some of the characteristics and concepts of Developmental and intellectual Disability, mental health, health disorders and related physical conditions and treatment approaches for children.
• Knowledge of simple care, first-aid, behavior management, personal and environmental hygiene.
• Ability to implement and follow the policies and procedures of the department, facility, or service entity.
• Ability to engage in the care, training, and rehabilitation of physically and mentally challenged individuals.
• Ability to provide basic care, personal care, and hygiene.
• Ability to teach clients eating, bathing, dressing, grooming, and other self-care skills.
• Ability to participate with professional staff in the design and implementation of training and programmatic activities.
• Ability to observe the rights and personal dignity of others.
• Ability to observe, record, and report clients' behavior, attitude, and physical condition.
• Ability to perform simple math and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with clients and other employees.

Experience

• One year of full-time or equivalent part-time paid or volunteer experience in the care, training, habilitation, and support of children or adults with a primary diagnosis of developmental/intellectual disability and/or secondary diagnosis of mental health.

Job Type

Part-time