Part-Time Direct Support & Empowerment Specialist

United Cerebral Palsy of GA; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

United Cerebral Palsy of Georgia is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities at Conyers, GA. The role involves transportation, personal care, meal preparation, and coordinating daily activities to promote independence.

The DSP works part-time, performing documentation, following health plans, and supporting residents in daily tasks while ensuring safety and adherence to policies.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides transportation and supervision for individuals to meet activities.
• Performs housekeeping and meal preparation with safety guidelines.
• Administers medications and tracks health information per policy.
• Completes documentation in Therap system and other programs.
• Assists residents with daily living activities and personal care.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal and customer service

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical and problem solving

Task prioritization

Resilience in high-paced environments

Microsoft Office proficiency

Technology for note recording

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

United Cerebral Palsy of Georgia is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities at Conyers, GA. The role involves transportation, personal care, meal preparation, and coordinating daily activities to promote independence.

The DSP works part-time, performing documentation, following health plans, and supporting residents in daily tasks while ensuring safety and adherence to policies.