Direct Support Specialist — Daytime In-Home Care

Advantage Behavioral Health Systems; Monroe (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Advantage Behavioral Health Systems in Walton, GA is seeking a full-time Direct Support Professional to assist with daily living activities at clients' homes or daytime facilities. Under supervision, you will provide training in personal and social skills, simple academics, and work skills to consumers in various settings.

The role emphasizes developing individualized service plans, emotional support, care coordination, and safe transportation.

Qualifications

• DSP 1: High school diploma or GED and related training/experience
• DSP 2: 1 year direct care experience or related education
• DSP 3: 2 years direct care experience or related degree plus experience

Responsibilities

• Arranges for needed medical care and provides needed services to assure that medical care is obtained
• Assists clients in shopping for food, household supplies, and clothing; trains in shopping skills
• Plans budget with clients; helps pay bills and determine essential purchases
• Assists with meal planning and preparation within diet guidelines
• Assists clients in obtaining financial assistance, food stamps, medical assistance, and other resources
• Provides emotional support to families in crisis and under stress
• Provides transportation for clients and ensures safety during travel
• Develops individual service/treatment plans and assists clients with daily living skills
• Maintains client records and reports changes to supervisor
• Performs housekeeping duties and meal preparation
• Goes to appointments with clients and explains doctor's instructions

Skills

Daily living support

Care coordination

Transportation assistance

Meal planning

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Advantage Behavioral Health Systems in Walton, GA is seeking a full-time Direct Support Professional to assist with daily living activities at clients' homes or daytime facilities. Under supervision, you will provide training in personal and social skills, simple academics, and work skills to consumers in various settings.

The role emphasizes developing individualized service plans, emotional support, care coordination, and safe transportation.