Direct Support Professional DSP

Radiance Enterprise LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Radiance Enterprise LLC is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Washington, DC, to assist individuals with disabilities. This role entails helping residents with daily activities, administering medications, and fostering independence by guiding individuals in necessary skills.

The ideal candidate will ensure a safe environment, encourage community participation, and document progress while effectively communicating with team members. A high school diploma, basic computer skills, and CPR/First Aid training are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, push, pull, reach, sit, and walk for periods of time.
• Successful clearance of background checks.
• Basic computer skills.
• CPR/First Aid training (Preferred).
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with disabilities with their daily living activities.
• Administer medication(s) according to guidelines.
• Aid in implementing treatments, training programs, and developmental/behavioral plans.
• Encourage community participation.
• Document all observations and daily progress notes.
• Communicate effectively with team members.
• Assist individuals in performing their cleaning responsibilities.
• Transport and accompany individuals to appointments, outings, and shopping.
• Perform other responsibilities and duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Job description

Job Description Job brief We are looking for a Direct Support Professional to join our team to assist individuals with disabilities to learn, grow and become more independent. If you enjoy interacting with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and supporting their clinical teams and families, we’d like to meet with you. Direct Support Professional responsibilities include exhibiting compassion, supporting residents, and ensuring a safe environment. They foster independence and personal choice by guiding individuals in acquiring necessary skills, such as social behavior or interpersonal competence so individuals have greater self-reliance in their day-to-day lives.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with disabilities with their daily living activities.
• Administer medication(s) according to guidelines.
• Aid in implementing treatments, training programs, and developmental/behavioral plans.
• Encourage community participation.
• Document all observations and daily progress notes.
• Communicate effectively with team members.
• Assist individuals in performing their cleaning responsibilities.
• Transport and accompany individuals to appointments, outings, and shopping.
• Perform other responsibilities and duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, push, pull, reach, sit and walk for periods of time.
• Successful clearance of background checks.
• Basic computer skills.
• CPR/First Aid training (Preferred).
• High school diploma or equivalent.