Compassionate Direct Support Specialist

The Legacy Realty LLC; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Caregiver, Inc. seeks compassionate Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with disabilities in daily living tasks and health monitoring. Join a supportive team dedicated to dignity, independence, and individualized care in a hands-on setting.

You will help with personal care, mobility, meals, and activity facilitation, ensuring safety and adherence to care plans while coordinating with healthcare professionals and family members.

Qualifications

• Experience in group homes or similar facilities.
• HIPAA confidentiality and privacy compliance.
• Familiarity with care plans, medication administration, vitals.
• Experience with autism/IDD populations.
• CPR/First aid certification; dementia care training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with ADLs, personal care, grooming and hygiene.
• Support residents with medication administration and monitor vital signs.
• Facilitate activities promoting socialization, independence and skills.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment with light housekeeping.
• Observe health status and report concerns to healthcare professionals.
• Assist with meals and transfers using proper handling techniques.

Skills

Group homes

HIPAA knowledge

Care plans

Autism care

ADL support

Communication skills

First aid CPR

Dementia care

Job description

Caregiver, Inc. seeks compassionate Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with disabilities in daily living tasks and health monitoring. Join a supportive team dedicated to dignity, independence, and individualized care in a hands-on setting.

You will help with personal care, mobility, meals, and activity facilitation, ensuring safety and adherence to care plans while coordinating with healthcare professionals and family members.