Direct Support Professional - Empowering Independence

Sevita; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Sevita’s ResCare Community Living in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Direct Support Professional. The role provides direct support in residential settings, helping with daily living, socialization, transportation, and community integration.

This hourly, non-exempt position can be full-time or part-time. You will document progress, follow individual service plans, assist with health maintenance and medications if assigned, and collaborate with nurses and case managers to empower individuals with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Six months of experience in human services preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Working knowledge of computers.

Responsibilities

• Direct Support: Provides direct support or assistance in accordance with individual service or program plans; assists with socialization and behavioral development, personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community orientation, shopping, financial management, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.
• Records: Accurately documents progress and activity; reviews records and logs to stay abreast of changes in service plans; maintains confidentiality.
• Management of Individuals’ Assets: Makes cost-effective and appropriate purchases within the budget of the individual served and according to their choice / preference
• Relationships: Maintains healthy and professional relationships with individuals, friends, families, guardians and case managers; greets family members and other visitors; implements Sevita Customer Service Standards.
• Reporting: Reports any instance of alleged abuse or neglect according to internal and external standards; reports medical, behavioral and other incidents in accordance with Sevita policy and external requirements.
• Rights: Maintains confidentiality, respects the rights of persons being served, according to applicable the bill of rights; practices universal precautions; assists individuals in exercising their rights.

Skills

Six months of experience in human…

Computers

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sevita’s ResCare Community Living in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Direct Support Professional. The role provides direct support in residential settings, helping with daily living, socialization, transportation, and community integration.

This hourly, non-exempt position can be full-time or part-time. You will document progress, follow individual service plans, assist with health maintenance and medications if assigned, and collaborate with nurses and case managers to empower individuals with