Direct Support Professional - Decatur, AL

Volunteers of America Southeast, Inc; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Volunteers of America Southeast, Inc is hiring a part-time Direct Support Professional in Decatur, AL to provide compassionate direct care and support for individuals in the program.

The DSP will assist with daily living activities, documentation, medication administration and transportation needs, while promoting independence and dignity. Training including First Aid, CPR and CPI is required; starting pay is $15.00 per hour with shifts across all schedules.

Qualifications

• Requires being 18+ years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to collaborate with individuals, families, staff and partner agencies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to build rapport.
• Must pass required trainings including First Aid, CPR, CPI and VOA Southeast policies.

Responsibilities

• Guide, coach and encourage individuals toward maximum independence.
• Help individuals achieve personal goals through education and life experiences.
• Provide care across Decatur, Hartselle and Huntsville locations; ensure dignity and respect.

Skills

Direct care

Medication assistance

Documentation

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional - Decatur, AL

Volunteers of America Southeast, Inc Decatur, Alabama, United States

About this position

Direct Support Professional - Decatur, AL Status: Part-Time Pay: Starting at $15.00/hr Shift: All Shifts (All shifts include working every other weekend) Type: Entry-Level VOA Southeast is seeking to hire passionate care givers to provide direct care/support for the individuals in our program!

Function: The Direct Support Professional is responsible for guiding, coaching and encouraging individuals to achieve their maximum level of independence. They will assure individuals have opportunities to learn and grow in accordance with personal outcome measures through education and life experiences. Opportunities in multiple locations (Decatur, Hartselle and Huntsville)

Know How: The position requires a person eighteen (18) years of age or older with a high school diploma or equivalent (GED). The position requires the ability to collaborate effectively with the person receiving services, co-workers, family members, related agencies and others. The person in this position must have the ability to assist individuals in achieving personal goals while promoting dignity and respect. The DSP must be able to communicate with individuals by listening and learning in the way that is most effective for the person. They will be able to establish rapport with individuals, family members, friends, and other natural supports to ensure comprehensive coordination. The employee must possess a high level of written communication skills, a valid Alabama driver's license and the ability to meet the requirements of Volunteers of America Southeast's vehicle insurance carrier, if applicable. The DSP must also be able to pass all required training courses including but not limited to First Aid, CPR, and CPI, and VOASE Policies & Procedures.

• Bathing
• Feeding
• Grooming/Hygiene Upkeep
• Toileting
• Medication Administration
• Transportation Needs
• Daily Documentation in Therap
• Cooking
• Cleaning
• Laundry

BENEFITS PACKAGE OFFERED! #DECATURAL

Salary Information

$15 - $15Hourly Wage