DSP/Caregiver. Paid training.

A & T Health Care Inc; Woodbridge (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A & T Health Care Inc in Woodbridge, Virginia, is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) / Caregivers to assist in the daily care of elderly or disabled individuals. The role involves supporting individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities in daily living activities, ensuring a comfortable living environment, and collaborating with families. Applicants should have a compassionate demeanor and prior experience in personal care. Certifications such as First Aid and CPR can be obtained through the company.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in personal care or related fields.
• One year of experience in care or support for individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities.
• Collaborate with families for best care opportunities.
• Maintain a healthy living environment.

Skills

Compassionate and caring demeanor

Ability to build rapport with clients

Education

High school diploma

Tools

First Aid

CPR

Job description

Job description

We are seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) / Caregivers to join our team! You will assist in the daily care of elderly or disabled individuals.

Job Overview

Direct Support Professionals assist individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities with daily living activities at home or in the community. Duties may include making beds, doing laundry, preparing and providing meals.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities
• Communicate ongoing care results and updates to relevant parties
• Collaborate with clients and families for best care opportunities
• Maintain a healthy and comfortable living environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in personal care or other related fields
• Compassionate and caring demeanor
• Ability to build rapport with clients
• One year of full-time or equivalent part-time paid or volunteer experience in the care, training, habilitation, and support of children or adults with a diagnosis of developmental/intellectual disability

Certification

Certification (If you do not have any or some of the certifications, we can help you obtain all of these certifications within a few days. Contact us for details):

• TOVA
• First Aid
• CPR
• Drivers License/Car
• TB test result
• High school diploma

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of some of the characteristics and concepts of Developmental and intellectual Disability, mental health, health disorders and related physical conditions and treatment approaches for children
• Knowledge of simple care, first-aid, behavior management, personal and environmental hygiene
• Ability to implement and follow the policies and procedures of the department, facility or service entity
• Ability to engage in the care, training, and rehabilitation of physically and mentally challenged individuals
• Ability to provide basic care, personal care, and hygiene
• Ability to teach clients eating, bathing, dressing, grooming, and other self‑care skills
• Ability to participate with professional staff in the design and implementation of training and programmatic activities
• Ability to observe the rights and personal dignity of others
• Ability to observe, record, and report clients' behavior, attitude, and physical condition
• Ability to perform simple math and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with clients and other employees

Experience

• One year of full-time or equivalent part-time paid or volunteer experience in the care, training, habilitation, and support of children or adults with a primary diagnosis of developmental/intellectual disability and/or secondary diagnosis of mental health