DSP 2

Easter Seals Southern California, Inc.; City of Long Beach (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Easter Seals Southern California, Inc. is seeking dedicated caregivers to support residents with disabilities in a residential facility in New York. The role involves personal care, meal assistance, and activity planning to build living skills under IPP/ISP guidelines.

Starting pay is $20 per hour, with required DSP certifications and CPR/First Aid. Candidates should be able to lift up to 70 pounds, pass background checks, and travel as needed within the local area.

Qualifications

• HS diploma required.
• DSP-I and DSP-II Certification required.
• Valid CPR, CPI and First Aid Certifications.
• 1-2 years' experience; or equivalent combination of training, education, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Conducts daily activities to assist in the development of living skills, consistent with IPP/ISP goals.
• Assists in administration and monitoring of medications, including suppositories.
• Provides personal care for residents including eating, hygiene, showering, restroom assistance, and bedtime preparation.
• Cares for residential home, including laundering and ironing of residents' clothing.
• Assists and/or prepares meals in compliance with dietary restrictions; supports G-tube feeding where needed.
• Transports individuals to health care appointments and other locations.
• Completes all necessary reports and documentation daily.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Written communication

Documentation

Background check

Lifting to 70 lbs

Education

HS diploma

DSP-I Certification

DSP-II Certification

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

CPI Certification

Job description

Overview Join our team, and provide support to people that have disabilities! Are you passionate about helping and caring for people? Are you now or have you ever been a caregiver? Assist in group home setting Beginning start pay $20/hr.

OVERVIEW OF POSITION

Under direct supervision, attends to the personal care of residents living in the residential facility. Assists in the planning and coordination of daily activities to facilitate development of living skills for residents.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Conducts daily activities to assist in the development of living skills, consistent with the residents' Individual Program Plan (IPP) and Individual Support Plan (ISP) goals
• Assists in the administration and monitoring of medications, which may include suppositories
• Provides personal care for residents which may include assistance with eating, personal hygiene, showering, restroom assistance, and preparing for bedtime.
• Assists in care and cleaning of residential home, which includes laundering & ironing of residents' clothing
• Assists and/or prepares meals in compliance with dietary restrictions; assists individuals to eat, including those who may require assistance with G-tube feeding
• Transports individuals to health care appointments and other various locations
• Completes all necessary reports and documentation on a daily basis
• Performs other duties as assigned

EDUCATION

• Typically requires HS diploma.
• DSP-I and DSP-II Certification required.
• Valid CPR, CPI and First Aid Certifications.

EXPERIENCE

• 1-2 years' experience; or equivalent combination of training, education, and experience to perform the job successfully.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Ability to communicate well orally and in writing;
• Ability to interpret and carry out written and/or oral instructions;
• Ability to consistently demonstrate good judgment and decision-making skills;
• Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality pertaining to the work environment;
• Ability to pass post-offer medical examination and test for tuberculosis;
• Ability to obtain and maintain a criminal record/fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation per Easter Seals Southern California and/or program requirements;
• Ability to travel locally with vehicle appropriate for the transportation of residents; maintain driving record in compliance with Transportation Safety Standards; must possess and maintain proper auto insurance and vehicle registration;
• Ability to provide assistance with personal care to residents and to transfer an individual who has no weight bearing skills;
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds repetitively;
• Ability to walk, stand, stoop, and kneel for extended periods of time;
• Ability to push/pull wheelchairs on a variety of terrain;
• Visual Acuity: Ability to view computer monitor and read newsprint.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Carrying/Lifting: Occasional/ 0-70lbs
• Standing: Occasional/ Up to 3 hours per day
• Sitting: Constant/ Up to 8 hours per day
• Walking: Occasional/ Up to 3 hours per day
• Repetitive Motion/Activity: Keyboard activity, telephone use, writing.

TRAVEL

• Locally

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURE

• Exposure to unpleasant or hazardous working conditions (noise, heat, dust, bodily fluids, etc.)