Direct Support Professional (DSP)

HOPE HAVEN OF NORTHEAST GEORGIA, INC.; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

401K

Casual Dress

Employee Discount

Mileage Reimbursement

Training & Development

Job summary

HOPE HAVEN OF NORTHEAST GEORGIA INC Athens, Georgia is seeking Direct Support Professionals who are reliable, communicate well, have basic computer skills, and can be a positive role model for the individuals we serve. Training is provided and no license is required.

The role involves providing direct support, documentation, assisting coordinators with case management, supervising medication administration, and performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver's license and vehicle insurance.
• Acceptable motor vehicle and criminal records report.
• Reliable personal transportation.
• Acceptable pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support and supervision tailored to individual goals.
• Maintain documentation and records.
• Assist Home/Coordinators with case management.
• Monitor and supervise self-administration of medications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Basic computer skills

Positive role model

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

HOPE HAVEN OF NORTHEAST GEORGIA INC Athens, Georgia

Hope Haven of Northeast GA is seeking Direct Support Professionals who are reliable, have excellent communication skills, basic computer skills, work well within a team, can be a positive role model for the individuals they serve, has excellent time management skills, and enjoys improving the lives of the individuals we serve. No license needed, flexible schedule and all training provided.

The primary job responsibilities of the Direct Support Professionals include:

• Providing direct support services to individuals, including supervision and skill development consistent with individual choices and outcomes
• Maintaining documentation requirements involving individual and/or program record-keeping
• Assist the Home Coordinators and/or Case Coordinators with case management responsibilities
• Monitor and supervise the individuals in self-administrating medications
• Performs various other duties as may be assigned

Direct Support Professional Job Type

• Part-time
• Full-time

Direct Support Professional Work Schedule

• Flexible shifts (morning, evening overnight)
• Weekdays
• Weekends

Direct Support Professional Minimum Experience

• 1 year of caregiving

Direct Support Professional Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Valid Driver's License and Vehicle Insurance
• Acceptable motor vehicle and criminal records report
• Reliable personal transportation
• Acceptable Pre-Employment Drug Screen

Direct Support Professional Benefits

• Medical insurance benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance & Long-term Disability
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• 401K

Direct Support Professional Additional Benefits (full-time & Part-time)

• Casual Dress Attire
• Employee Discount with Auto Insurance
• Mileage Reimbursement and Career Learning & Development Paid Training

COVID- 19 Precaution(s)

• Personal protective equipment required or provided
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
• Vaccinations encouraged