Overnight Direct Support Professional — IDD Caregiver

National Children's Center (NCC); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 44,083,000 - 49,594,000; Full time

Job summary

National Children’s Center, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional to help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities live fulfilling lives in the community.

The overnight shift runs Thursday through Saturday, 11pm–9am, totaling 30 hours per week, with full benefits. You will provide supervision, teaching, and support according to each person’s plan, assist with daily activities, crisis intervention, CPR and First Aid as required, and contribute to a person-centered circle of

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED
• One year experience working with individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities as a service provider or family member
• CPR & First Aid certification
• Valid driver's license preferred

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

Supervision

Crisis intervention

Public transportation use

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

National Children’s Center, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional to help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities live fulfilling lives in the community.

The overnight shift runs Thursday through Saturday, 11pm–9am, totaling 30 hours per week, with full benefits. You will provide supervision, teaching, and support according to each person’s plan, assist with daily activities, crisis intervention, CPR and First Aid as required, and contribute to a person-centered circle of