Direct Support Professional (DSP)/paraprofessional/ Home healthcare/ personal care

Hope Haven of Northeast Georgia, Inc.; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

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 we serve, and possess strong time management. No certification needed, flexible schedule and all training provided.

Responsibilities include direct support and supervision, documentation, assisting coordinators with case management, and monitoring medication administration.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver's license and vehicle insurance; reliable transportation.
• Acceptable motor vehicle and criminal records report.
• Pre-Employment Drug Screen.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Team player

Time management

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Age 21+

Job description

Job Description

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 certification needed, flexible schedule and all training provided.

Job Responsibilities

• 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 preferred

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

(full-time position)

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

COVID-19 Precautions

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

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $16.60 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 40 per week

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Work Location: In person