Direct Support Professional (40hr Weekend Shift)

United Cerebral Palsy of Georgia, Inc.; Stone Mountain (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

United Cerebral Palsy of Georgia, Inc. is seeking full-time Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in Stone Mountain, GA. DSPs will assist adults with intellectual disabilities in daily tasks including personal care, meal preparation, and transportation. This role is vital in promoting personal growth and independence for individuals served.

As a DSP, you will provide essential care, maintain health documentation, and ensure safety during transport. Candidates should be prepared to lift up to 50 lbs and must be effective communicators to foster a supportive environment.

The position requires commitment to the agency’s mission of helping individuals live productive lives.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs with or without accommodations.
• Familiarity with health service plans and documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist adults with daily living tasks including personal hygiene.
• Provide transportation for individuals to various activities.
• Prepare meals in accordance with individual healthcare plans.

Skills

Personal care support

Transportation

Meal preparation

Job description

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Full Time Stone Mountain, GA, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 6099

Our Mission and Values

The mission of United Cerebral Palsy of Georgia is to positively support and impact the achievement of a “Life Without Limits” for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. UCP of GA’s vision is to create a community in which every person, regardless of ability, can participate as an equal citizen. To realize this vision, UCP of GA offers supports designed to help people maximize their potential and achieve independent, productive, and rewarding lives.

Job Summary

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) assist in the day-to-day support of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role involves assisting adults with daily tasks such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, transportation, and social activities. DSPs understand the unique strengths and challenges of each individual they serve, tailoring their support to promote personal growth and independence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides transportation and supervision for individuals as required to meet employment, recreational and leisure activities.
• Perform inspections of vans and ensure that all training for the safe transport of residents is followed in‑cluding performing tie‑downs, seat belt usage.
• Performs housekeeping responsibilities to include but not limited to kitchens, bathrooms, windows, bed‑rooms, and floors.
• Maintains all standards when preparing meals and managing diets. Follow guidelines for safe handling of food as well as ensuring adequate supplies.
• Ensures meals are prepared according to Individual Healthcare plans.
• Provides personal care support to individuals which includes changing, dressing, and other ADLs.
• Complete all documentation and notes as required using the Therap system and other programs.
• Ensures that goals are being completed according to each individual’s ISP.
• Conducts evacuation drills and records results.
• Assists in the planning and facilitation of person‑centered outings.
• Completes behavioral tracking logs as required.
• Follows all agency, State and Federal laws and policies.
• Use PolicyStat as needed to access policies.
• Completes all required training. Uses Relias to either complete training or register for courses.
• Manages medical emergencies according to the health service plan. Attends doctors’ appointments, transports residents to medical appointments and emergency room as required and requested.
• Identifies and reports maintenance issues to supervisor or via NetFacilities if available.
• Reports to work promptly and on time and does not leave work until assigned shift ends or has approval from supervisor.
• Observes policies/procedures governing requests for annual, sick, or other leave time.
• Completes Medication Administration and Proxy training.
• Administers meds to residents and follows all policies related to MAR entries.
• Tracks vital signs and other health‑related information for residents.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs with or without accommodations.

Schedule

• Full‑time 40 Hours
• Saturday: 8am – 12am
• Sunday: 12am – 12am