Direct Support Professional — Empower Lives & Community

Kairos Home Care Services; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Kairos Home Care Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional to join our strong team in the Orlando area. DSPs work directly with individuals with physical or intellectual disabilities to help them live more independently and participate in their communities.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living tasks, promoting social interaction, following a Support Plan, handling required paperwork, and accompanying residents to appointments.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required, copy.
• Must have 1 year of experience with Disabled Children/Adult, Nursing Home or Home Care.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must complete all Mandatory Trainings required by APD.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living skills (e.g., lifting, transferring, toileting, personal hygiene, laundry, meal preparation).
• Promote community integration and social interaction.
• Implement outcomes developed through a Support Plan.
• Complete paperwork including incident reports and logs.
• Administer and record medications per State and Agency requirements where applicable.
• Accompany residents to medical appointments when needed.
• Maintain living environment according to regulations and health standards.
• Provide transportation to consumers as needed.
• Work cooperatively with staff to support the consumer.
• Communicate with and update the Supported Living Coah regularly.

Skills

1 year of experience with disabled

Work independently

Reliable, punctual

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Kairos Home Care Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional to join our strong team in the Orlando area. DSPs work directly with individuals with physical or intellectual disabilities to help them live more independently and participate in their communities.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living tasks, promoting social interaction, following a Support Plan, handling required paperwork, and accompanying residents to appointments.