Compassionate Direct Support Professional

Amivie, LLC; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Amivie, LLC is looking for compassionate Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide direct care, skill-building support, and person-centered services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health needs, or substance use challenges. DSPs are expected to maintain professional, positive, and nurturing relationships with the people we serve and their support networks.

Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs, medication management after training,

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must successfully complete all background checks.
• Must successfully complete health screening (TB screening). (may vary based on State/Programing requirements)

Responsibilities

• Assist the individuals with goal completion as documented in the individualized support plan.
• Provide assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs); (i.e. bathing, grooming, brushing teeth, toileting, feeding, preparing meals, etc.) based on individual needs/person centered plan.
• Safely transport Individual(s) in company or personally owned vehicles.
• Accompany the Individual(s) as needed to community integration activities.
• Complete all required documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) timely.
• Actively engage with Individual(s) in their home and community
• Uphold, respect, and advocate for Individual rights at all times.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and maintain the confidentiality and privacy of Individual information at all times.
• Adhere to company policies and core values to foster a professional and supportive environment.
• Establish and uphold appropriate professional boundaries in all interactions, ensuring that relationships remain ethical, objective, and focused on individual and organization goals.
• DSP’s are mandated reporters and legally required to immediately report any suspicion of abuse, neglect or exploitation.
• Administer prescribed medication(s) upon completion of training.
• Must be proficient with technology.
• Must remain awake and alert for the duration of all shifts.
• Must be able to perform physical demands of the position (i.e. lifting, transfers).
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Technology proficiency

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Amivie, LLC is looking for compassionate Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide direct care, skill-building support, and person-centered services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health needs, or substance use challenges. DSPs are expected to maintain professional, positive, and nurturing relationships with the people we serve and their support networks.

Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs, medication management after training,