Direct Support Staff - Day Center Driver

Lovingheartskansas; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A caregiving organization in Topeka, Kansas is seeking a Day Center Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with disabilities in daily living activities, health monitoring, and skill development. Responsibilities include advocating for individuals' rights, maintaining documentation, and providing support during community activities. Candidates must possess strong interpersonal skills and a valid driver's license, preferably with experience working with adults with special needs. This rewarding position operates Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Qualifications

• Experience cooking, cleaning, and working with adults with special needs is preferred.
• Valid driver's license with ability to drive large van or bus.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with personal care tasks like meal preparation and toileting.
• Monitor health and report changes in behavior or physical health.
• Develop and implement behavior plans to promote independence.
• Maintain accurate records of services provided.
• Advocate for individuals' rights and needs.
• Assist individuals during community activities.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Compassion

Patience

Communication Skills

Job description

Description

Day Center Direct Support Professional play a crucial role in assisting individuals with disabilities, helping them lead independent and fulfilling lives through various support tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with Daily Living Activities: DSPs help individuals with personal care tasks such as meal preparation, toileting, assisting with eating, etc.
• Health Monitoring: DSPs monitor the health and well-being of the individuals they support, reporting any changes in behavior or physical health to appropriate personnel. They may also assist with medication administration and ensure that individuals adhere to their health plans.
• Behavioral Support and Skill Development: They help develop and implement behavior plans, teaching self-care skills and promoting independence. This includes encouraging individuals to express their personal goals and choices, fostering self-advocacy.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintaining accurate records of services provided, including progress notes and incident reports, is essential for ensuring continuity of care and compliance with regulations.
• Advocacy: DSPs advocate for the rights and needs of individuals with disabilities, helping them access resources and services that promote independence and community inclusion.
• Activity supports: attend outings and special events to assist individuals with activities such as photography, crafts, bowling, games, etc.

Required tasks

• Grooming and bathing consumers with low mobility
• Helping participants eat and take medications
• Making sure they have regular meals and proper medication dosages
• Monitoring vitals and patient behavior and reporting them to management
• Assisting consumers with mobility needs, transferring them from wheelchair to bed
• Exercising patients by helping them walk
• Transporting consumers to activities in the community
• Assisting consumers with daily tasks

Daily Scheduling: Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Requirements

Skills and Qualifications

• Interpersonal Skills: Compassion, patience, and strong communication skills are vital for building trust and rapport with individuals.
• Direct Support Professionals are essential in empowering individuals with disabilities to achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives, making their role both impactful and rewarding.
• Experience cooking, cleaning, and working with adults with special needs is preferred.
• Valid driver's license with ability to drive large van or bus.