Lithonia, GA - Direct Support Staff

Mary Rush Care Ltd; Lithonia (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

DDM is seeking a Direct Support Professional to support residents in daily living and participate in community integration. Position available in Lithonia, GA with two shifts: weekday 1pm-9pm (Full Time) and PRN (Part Time). Pay rates are $15/hour for Full Time and $14/hour for Part Time.

Candidates must meet licensing requirements and maintain person-centered care. Responsibilities include documentation, attending trainings, and ensuring safety and adherence to policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED; bring diploma.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Valid Georgia driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Background check, TB test, and physician’s statement required.
• Basic computer skills.
• Writing and documentation skills required.
• Experience or training in Developmental Disabilities, Mental Health, Special Education, or Social Services is a plus.
• Able to lift and assist residents as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support residents in daily living per ISP and skill levels.
• Observe and follow agency and state policies.
• Attend staff trainings and meetings.
• Demonstrate person-centered service and proper documentation.
• Maintain resident records and electronic health records.
• Manage petty cash and residents' personal funds.
• Prepare meals according to menus and food labeling.
• Ensure confidentiality under HIPAA and protect residents' rights.
• Report safety concerns and coordinate with supervisors.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Team player

Writing skills

Experience with care

Education

High school diploma or GED

US citizen or permanent resident

Tools

Driver's License

Job description

Have a heart for providing support? Come join our team!

Position: Direct Support Professional

Shift: Monday- Friday 1pm-9am (Full Time)

Shift: PRN (Part Time)

Location: Lithonia, GA

Pay Rate:$14 (Part Time), $15 (Full Time)

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.

Treat residents and co-workers according to the Golden Rule (Matthew 7:12): “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.”

Support residents in daily living skills according the ISP and skill levels.

Observe and follow all agency and state policies and procedures.

Attend staff educational meetings, webinars and trainings.

Demonstrate person-centered service with the individuals served by integration in the community and completing notes using person centered language.

Maintain DDM residence by completing safety drills and cleaning schedules. Report all facilities concerns through the secured email system to the Residential Services Coordinator and Residential Director.

Maintain DDM vehicles and observe all policies and traffic laws.

Supervise residents with self-administration of medications as prescribed and follow DDM policy concerning medications.

Schedule, transport, and become the residents advocate at medical appointments as needed and complete documentation in the electronic documentation system.

Maintain resident records as according to DDM policy and be able to use electronic documentation for health records, ISP goals, community activities, daily activities and incident reports.

Accounting for the management of petty cash and resident’s personal money.

Demonstrate the ability to create healthy menus, grocery shop if assigned, prepare meals, according to menus, and properly store and label food.

Audit and understand the documentation required for the individuals served.

At all times respect and treat individuals served as adults who have rights and responsibilities.

It may be necessary to perform tasks of a nature requiring supporting residents with equilibrium problems, lifting, stooping, bending, and climbing stairs.

Maintain contact with Residential Services Coordinator and Residential Director (if needed) and report any significant events immediately including concerns from families.

Demonstrate professionalism and contact immediate supervisor when:

• visited by any state agency
• presented with concerns by family and day programs
• visited by support coordination

Complete training schedule as noted in the Employee Accountability Checklist.

Maintain confidentiality regarding residents and other staff members as required by HIPAA.

Ensure that all individuals are supported and can explore and express their interest for community membership.

Any other task as assigned that provide supports for the individuals served.

Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to go beyond specific limitations of job description.

Requirements

Minimum educational requirements specified in licensing regulations (currently high school diploma or GED). Must bring a copy of your diploma.

At least 21 (twenty-one) years of age.

Hold prior to employment a valid Georgia driver’s license (with no more than 2 driving violations in the past 3 years; no DUI or super speeder tickets).

Receive satisfactory Motor Vehicle Report, Criminal Record Check, Physician’s Statement, and TB test.

Basic computer skills.

Able to demonstrate the principles of meal planning and preparation, personal hygiene, proper manners, personal conduct, and good grooming.

Writing and documentation skills.

Working skills in communicating and dealing effectively with others.

Experience or training in the field of Developmental Disabilities, Mental Health, Special Education, or Social Services is a plus.

Flexible team player

Must be a US Citizen or have a valid green card.

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.