Direct Support Professional

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

Company Overview

Company Overview Caregiver, Inc.is a dedicated provider of services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).We are committed to supporting our clients through personalized treatment plans that promote dignity, independence, and inclusion in a nurturing environment.

Overview We are seeking compassionate and energetic Direct Support Professionals to join our team.

In this vital role, you will provide hands‑on assistance and support to individuals with disabilities, helping them achieve their personal goals and enhance their quality of life.

This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve while working in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with activities of daily living (ADLs), including personal care, grooming, and hygiene.
• Support residents with medication administration and monitor vital signs as needed, ensuring adherence to care plans.
• Facilitate engaging activities that promote socialization, independence, and skill development.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment by performing light housekeeping and cleaning duties.
• Use patient observation techniques to monitor health status and report any concerns promptly to healthcare professionals.
• Assist with meal preparation and feeding, accommodating special dietary needs such as Alzheimer's or dementia care.
• Support residents during transfers using appropriate manual handling techniques and equipment like Hoyer lifts or patient transfer methods.

Skills

• Prior experience working in group homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or home health settings.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to ensure confidentiality and privacy of client information.
• Familiarity with care plans, medication administration, patient monitoring, and vital signs measurement.
• Experience working with individuals with autism, neurodevelopmental disorders, or developmental disabilities.
• Proficiency in assisting with ADLs, personal care assistance, and manual handling techniques such as heavy lifting or patient transfers.
• Strong communication skills for effective client interaction and teamwork within multidisciplinary settings.
• Certification in first aid and CPR; additional training in dementia or Alzheimer's care is advantageous.

Join our team as a Direct Support Professional to empower individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate care that fosters independence and enhances their everyday lives!

Salary & Location

• Pay:From $13.00 per hour
• Work Location:In person.