Direct Support Professional Residential

TAHGIS IMPORTS INCORPORATED; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 17,908 - 19,286; Part time

Job summary

A supportive care provider in Cleveland is looking for a part-time Direct Support Professional. The role involves providing care and supervision to individuals with mental health issues and developmental disabilities. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and the ability to communicate effectively in English. Responsibilities include assisting with care plans and medications. The position offers flexible shifts with an hourly pay range of $13.00 to $14.00, plus mileage reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Must have maturity and ability to communicate well in English both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain a professional appearance and work with a variety of personalities.
• Must pass BC1/FBI criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision to individuals as per their Individual Supports Plan.
• Assist with physician ordered care including medications and special diets.
• Work with staff and consultants to provide necessary services.

Skills

Communication in English

Basic mathematical skills

Professional appearance

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Job description

Future Opening: Direct Support Professional Residential

Employment Type

Part-Time

Job Description

Direct Support Professionals

RATE OF PAY: Direct Support Professional 13.00-14.00: . Mileage reimbursement at $0.25 per mile.

Thursday - Sunday

2nd (3pm 11pm) and 3rd shift (11pm-7am)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide direct care, supervision, and supports to the individual in accordance with their Individual Supports Plan (ISP), IPP, program design, and trainings using a person-centered approach.
• Assist with assessment, behavioral intervention, and planning for individual.
• Understand and carry out the individual’s IBSP and ISP goals, plans, and methods for reaching those goals.
• Assist with physician ordered care including medications, special diets, and other physical needs.
• Work with other staff, consultants, regional center representatives, and others to provide all necessary services to the individual.

REQUIREMENTS

Education: High School Graduate or Certificate of High School Equivalency (GED) is preferred.

Skills and Abilities: Maturity and ability to maintain professional appearance and work professionally with a variety of personalities and situations at all times. Must have ability to communicate well in English both verbally and in writing. Possess basic mathematical skills in order to assist residents with medications, shopping, cooking, and managing money.

Other Requirements:

• Must pass BC1/FBI criminal background check.
• 8 Hour Provider Training, Medication Administration certification preferred upon hire, but not required. HOWEVER, certifications must be earned within regulatory time frames and can be provided.
• Required to obtain and maintain annually CPR/First Aid certification and successfully complete a minimum of 20 hours of continuing education annually

Job Type: Part-time

All Positions Available.

We are an agency provider that strives to offer you an exciting and fulfilling career opportunity as we support and empower people with mental health issues and developmental disabilities.