Direct Support Specialist — Empower Independence & Community

United Cerebral Palsy of GA; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

United Cerebral Palsy of GA is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Valdosta. You will support daily living tasks, transportation, meal prep, personal care, and participation in community activities, while documenting care plans and progress in Therap/Relias systems.

Join a mission-driven team committed to empowering independence and safe, person-centered support in a home-like setting.

Responsibilities

• Provides transportation and supervision for individuals as required to meet employment, recreational and leisure activities.
• Perform inspections of vans and ensure that all training for the safe transport of residents is followed including performing tie downs, seat belt usage.
• Performs housekeeping responsibilities to include but not limited to, kitchens, bathrooms, windows, bedrooms, and floors.
• Maintains all standards when preparing meals and managing diets. Follow guidelines for safe handling of food as well as ensuring adequate supplies.
• Ensures meals are prepared according to Individual Healthcare plans.
• Provides personal care support to individuals which includes changing, dressing, and other ADL’s.
• Complete all documentation and notes as required using the Therap system and other programs.
• Ensures that goals are being completed according to each individual’s ISP.
• Conducts evacuation drills and records results.
• Assists in the planning and facilitation of person-centered outings.
• Completes behavioral tracking logs as required.
• Follows all agency, State and Federal laws and policies.
• Use PolicyStat as needed to access policies.
• Completes all required training. Uses Relias to either complete training or register for courses.
• Manages medical emergencies according to the health service plan

Job description

United Cerebral Palsy of GA is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Valdosta. You will support daily living tasks, transportation, meal prep, personal care, and participation in community activities, while documenting care plans and progress in Therap/Relias systems.

Join a mission-driven team committed to empowering independence and safe, person-centered support in a home-like setting.