Jasper, GA - Direct Support Staff

Mary Rush Care Ltd; Jasper (GA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

DDM, Inc is seeking a Direct Support Professional Floater to provide essential care across multiple homes. You will assist residents with daily living activities, monitor wellbeing, and implement ISPs while ensuring safety and documentation accuracy.

The role requires flexibility to cover vacancies and travel between homes, with ongoing training to stay current on best practices and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Previous caregiving or DSP experience preferred.
• Ability to pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to residents, assisting with daily living activities, personal care, and community involvement.
• Ensure safety and wellbeing of residents by monitoring health.
• Follow individualized support plans for each resident.
• Assist with medication administration and documentation.
• Foster a positive environment and encourage participation in activities.
• Maintain accurate care documentation.
• Communicate with DSPs, supervisors, and healthcare professionals.
• Travel between DDM homes to cover staff absences.
• Participate in ongoing training and development.
• Ensure compliance with DDM policies and guidelines.

Skills

Direct Care

Communication

Documentation

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

DDM is a Christian Ministry, and it is our purpose to provide residents with the highest quality of care and services in an atmosphere of dignity and respect.

DDM, Inc has immediate openings for Direct Support Professional

Position Summary:The Direct Support Professional (DSP) Floater provides critical support to individuals with developmental disabilities potentially across multiple residential homes within the Developmental Disabilities Ministries, Inc. (DDM). This role requires flexibility, adaptability, and extensive knowledge of DDM policies and procedures. The DSP Floater will fill in for vacancies, vacations, and call-outs, ensuring continuity of care and support for residents.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide direct care and support to residents, assisting with daily living activities, personal care, and community involvement.

Ensure the safety and well-being of residents by monitoring their physical and emotional health.

Implement and follow individualized support plans (ISPs) for each resident, promoting their personal growth and development.

Assist residents with medication administration and documentation in accordance with DDM policies and procedures.

Foster a positive and supportive environment, encouraging residents to achieve their goals and participate in community activities.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation of care provided, including daily logs, incident reports, and communication logs.

Communicate effectively with other DSPs, supervisors, and healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.

Travel between various DDM homes as needed, providing support and coverage for DSP staff absences.

Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay current with best practices and regulatory requirements.

Demonstrate a thorough understanding of DDM policies, procedures, and guidelines, ensuring compliance in all aspects of care.

Screening Questions

• Do you have experience in a similar role?
• Are you willing and available to work nights and weekends as required?
• Are you 21 years of age or older?
• Are you able to pass a criminal background check if hired?
• Can you provide the necessary documentation to prove that you are a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or a foreign national with authorization to work in the United States?
• Do you have any of the following on your driving record? Three (3) or more moving violations or at fault accidents (or a combination of the violations and accidents) within the preceding 36 months. Super speeder ticket. Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol (including Open Container). Hit and Run Accident. Failure to report an accident. Operating a vehicle under a suspended or revoked license. Homicide, assault or a felony arising from the operation of a motor vehicle. Reckless Driving/Speed Contest/Racing Distracted Driving
• Do you have valid Georgia Driver's License?
• How did you find out about DDM?
• Please provide the last 5 years of your employment history-including the company name, the dates of employment, and a contact number.