Direct Support Professional: Compassionate Daily Caregiver

Listening Ear, LLC; Michigan; On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Listening Ear, LLC is hiring Direct Support Professionals for Mulliken Home in Mulliken, MI. The DSP will supervise and assist adults with daily living tasks according to each consumer’s plan and Michigan health regulations.

Responsibilities include meal prep, personal care, medication administration, and transporting clients to activities and appointments. A valid driver’s license and basic English literacy are required; 50 lb lifting capacity may be needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; reading/writing in English and basic math.
• Must be at least 18 years old at start of employment.
• Preferred: prior caregiving experience; post-secondary training.
• Must possess valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support consumers in daily living per their Plan.
• Prepare meals, assist with eating, personal care and hygiene.
• Administer medications as prescribed and document accordingly.
• Transport consumers to appointments and activities; ensure safety.
• Complete required documentation accurately and on time.
• Attend mandatory trainings and stay compliant with laws and policies.

Skills

Recipient Rights

Agency Ethics

Person Centered Plans

CPR

First Aid

Safety & Fire

Nutrition

Infectious Diseases

Multi-tasking

Emergency response

Professionalism & empathy

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Job description

Listening Ear, LLC is hiring Direct Support Professionals for Mulliken Home in Mulliken, MI. The DSP will supervise and assist adults with daily living tasks according to each consumer’s plan and Michigan health regulations.

Responsibilities include meal prep, personal care, medication administration, and transporting clients to activities and appointments. A valid driver’s license and basic English literacy are required; 50 lb lifting capacity may be needed.