On-Call Direct Support Professional: Empower Lives

National Children's Center, Inc.; Washington; On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Children’s Center, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional (Female) on-call to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Washington, DC area.

The role involves supervision, teaching, and assisting residents with daily activities, meal prep, transportation, and community engagement. Responsibilities include crisis intervention, CPR and First Aid as needed, and collaborating with the care team to implement person-centered plans.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED
• One (1) year experience working with individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities as a service provider or family member
• Valid drivers license preferred
• CPR & First Aid

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and protective support of assigned people throughout scheduled shift to ensure their well-being, growth and development
• Maintain ongoing knowledge and understanding of established levels of support and supervision requirements under the person's plan of care
• Assist with the planning and implementation of daily activities to meet person-centered choices, and identified learning and educational needs

Skills

Person supervision

Crisis support

Education

HS Diploma or GED

CPR & First Aid

Job description

The National Children’s Center, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional (Female) on-call to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Washington, DC area.

The role involves supervision, teaching, and assisting residents with daily activities, meal prep, transportation, and community engagement. Responsibilities include crisis intervention, CPR and First Aid as needed, and collaborating with the care team to implement person-centered plans.