Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver (Huntsville) 2nd Shift

Ability Plus, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); Vor Ort; USD 17.000 - 21.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Benefits after 90 days

Zusammenfassung

A community care organization in Huntsville, Alabama is seeking Direct Care Staff to provide support for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, documenting behaviors, and preparing meals. Candidates must have a high school diploma/GED, a valid driver's license, and pass background checks. Full-time benefits available after 90 days.

Qualifikationen

• All applicants must present a high school diploma/GED.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and acceptable driving record required.
• Must pass a drug test, background check, and TB test.
• Proof of auto insurance coverage.
• Pass E-Verify process.
• Must pass drug test, TB test, and have clean driving record.

Aufgaben

• Provide care, training, and supervision for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Assist with therapeutic activities and recreational programs.
• Observe and document residents' behaviors.
• Converse with residents to reinforce positive behaviors and social interaction.
• Assist with meals and eating with residents.
• Participate in community outings and promote inclusion.
• Observe and document residents' behaviors and progress.
• May assist with medication administration as prescribed.
• Maintain timesheets and communication logs.
• Follow management directives and policies.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Ability to perform housekeeping duties

Crisis intervention

Dependability

Dependability

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or GED

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

At Ability Plus, our mission is Enabling Lives & Dreams... Ability Plus offers a community-inclusive home environment to individuals with intellectual disabilities. Ability Plus is seeking people who are enthusiastic, caring, capable and want to make a positive difference for residents and care recipients. We offer a supportive team environment and career development opportunities.

SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Direct Care Staff provide personal care to individuals with intellectual disabilities in a residential setting. Duties include but are not limited to: assisting residents with personal hygiene, daily living activities, documenting behavior and assisting with medications. All applicants must present a high school diploma/GED, valid driver\'s license, proof of auto insurance and successfully complete the E-Verify process. All applicants MUST PASS a drug test, background check, TB test and have a clean driving record. Benefits available for full time (40hr) employees after 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Direct Care Staff provide care, training and supervision as required of individuals with intellectual disabilities, including assisting with self-care and training as directed by the Individualized Support Plan or Behavioral Support Plan (e.g., bathing, dressing, toileting, eating).
• Assist with therapeutic activities and recreational programs (e.g., physical exercises, arts and crafts, games).
• Converse with residents to reinforce positive behaviors and promote social interaction.
• Prepare/serve meals and eat with residents.
• Include residents in community outings and promote community inclusion.
• Accompany residents on shopping trips and counsel residents in the purchase of personal items.
• Observe and document residents\' behaviors.
• May administer medications as prescribed by a doctor.
• May train parents or guardians in care of deinstitutionalized residents.
• Maintain and submit accurate timesheets and communication logs.
• Carry out directions given by management.

Education/Background/Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid U.S. driver\'s license and acceptable driving record as determined by Ability Plus\'s insurance carrier
• Acceptable background check
• Proof of auto insurance coverage

Necessary Skills/Attributes

• Ability to communicate, write and prepare complete, concise and clear reports
• Ability to perform housekeeping duties
• Ability to intervene during crisis situations
• Adequate vision and hearing to supervise clients as required
• Ability to remain awake, aware and alert during working hours and work independently
• Dependable
• Committed to the daily care and quality of life of the consumers of Ability Plus

Physical/Mental Demands and Working Conditions

• Working conditions are normal for a home health care environment
• Work may require ongoing weekend and evening work
• Work will require frequent local driving
• Work requires ongoing interaction with intellectually disabled clients
• Work can require frequent walking, standing, bending and lifting up to the weight of an adult