Direct Support Professional

Paycom; Jackson (OH); On-site; USD 40,778,000 - 58,078,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom in Jackson, OH is seeking a Home Health Aide to support clients in their homes by following the Individual Service Plan (ISP) and assisting with personal care, housekeeping, and transportation to appointments.

You will work evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts, maintain a clean, safe environment, document duties, and cooperate with the interdisciplinary team while protecting client confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Some college in a related field preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ISP-related tasks and IPC meetings as needed.
• Provide basic personal care and grooming at client home.
• Perform homemaking duties and accompany to medical appointments.
• Maintain client confidentiality and comply with HIPAA.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Effective oral and written

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

One to four years of college in a related field is preferred

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Jackson County - Jackson, OH 45640, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $17.25 - $17.25 Hourly, Job Shift: Evenings/Weekends/Overnights

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Participate in the consumer's Individual Service Plan (ISP) meetings when requested by the consumer's interdisciplinary team.
• Perform tasks and duties according to the ISP. Shall prioritize and organize tasks to achieve goals outlined on the ISP.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment and shall be sensitive to the consumer's and family's needs.
• Recognize changes in the consumer's condition and behavior as well as safety and sanitation hazards, report them to family and case management as appropriate.
• Provide basic personal care and grooming, including bathing (and bladder/bowel requirements), care of the hair, and assistance with clothing.
• Perform household services essential to the consumer's health and comfort in the home (e.g. necessary changing of bed linens or rearranging of furniture to facilitate ease of movement in the home).
• Perform when necessary, homemaking tasks such as cooking, feeding, cleaning, laundry and shopping. Will also be required to accompany consumer to medical appointments, on walks/outings and other like appointments.
• Must be willing to work flexible schedule to meet the needs of the clients. May be required to stay past scheduled shift end time in the event of emergency.
• In order to maintain the health and safety of the individuals we serve; may be required to work overtime, whether scheduled or unscheduled.
• Maintain client confidentiality as required by County DD standards and in compliance with HIPAA regulations.

Qualifications: REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• One to four years of college in a related field is preferred
• Valid Ohio Driver's License - with less than 6 points
• Reliable transportation with proof of insurance
• CPR/First Aid certification
• Working Cellular Phone - to clock in and out for billing purposes

SKILLS

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift, carry push or pull a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Frequently requires sitting, standing, walking, bending, squatting, kneeling and reaching.
• May be required to be on feet hours at a time.

ACCESS TO PROTECTED HEALTH INFORMATION

• E-mail, Protected Health Information (PHI) paper and Electronic PHI