PCA Aides - Home Care DSP

Active Day; Ironton (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking Home Care Direct Support Professionals to provide and promote health through home support, medical monitoring, transportation, and daily living assistance. DSPs lead by example, ensure client safety, and enhance health and happiness of clients and caregivers.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, are at least 21, and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills. Driving roles require a valid license and reliable transportation; CPR/First Aid

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Experience with seniors or adults with special needs preferred.
• For driving roles: valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexible schedule including overnight for 24/7 client coverage.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and assist with mobility.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day direction and supervision of direct support staff, including performance management.
• Prepare staff schedules and maintain documentation (HPC, behavior, logs, incidents, medication, mileage).
• Foster an environment of trust, growth, and mutual support.
• Maintain open communication with supervisors and staff to ensure quality support for individuals served.
• Help clients meet their individual goals throughout the day.
• Assist clients with personal care (bathing, toileting, hygiene).
• Adhere to person-centered and behavior plans for each resident.
• Ensure a safe and healthy environment while respecting rights, building trust with clients and teammates.
• Prepare meals based on dietary requirements and documentation.
• Transport clients to activities or appointments, attend appointments, advocate as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Home Care Direct Support Professionals (“DSP”) are responsible for providing, restoring, maintaining, and promoting the health status of our clients through home support, medical monitoring, client transportation services, and assistance with activities of daily living. Our Home Care DSPs are expected to lead by example-maintaining a positive demeanor; being thoughtful, supportive, productive, and dependable co-workers; keeping our clients safe; and always working to enhance the health and happiness of the people we serve and those who care for them

Job Responsibilities

• Providing day to day direction and supervision as well as managing performance of direct support staff to include development, training, and providing constructive feedback.
• Preparation of staff schedules, reviewand maintain thorough and accurate documentation, including but not limited to: HPC service documentation, behavior documentation, communication logs, incident reports, medication documentation, and mileage records
• Support and contribute to an environment of trust, sharing, growth, and mutual support.
• Maintain open communication and cooperative work efforts with supervisors and other staff to ensure quality and continuity of support for the individuals served.
• Provide opportunities throughout the day to assist clients in meeting their individual goals.
• Assist clients with all aspects of personal care, including bathing, toileting, and basic hygiene needs.
• Adhere to the person-centered plans and behavior plans as specified for each resident.
• Ensure a safe and healthy environment, free from harm, while respecting the rights of all individuals. Foster trust and build relationships with all clients and teammates.
• Prepare meals as necessary based on dietary requirements, food specifications, and documentation.
• Transport clients to and from scheduled activities or appointments, attend appointments, advocate on their behalf, and obtain necessary documentation as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 21 years of age.
• Prior experience working with seniors and/or adults with special needs is preferred.
• For positions that involve driving for clients (i.e. errands/Dr. appointments): A valid Driver’s license, safe and reliable transportation, and proof of vehicle registration and insurance are required.
• Valid C.P.R. and First Aid certificate prior to employment preferred.
• Strong communication and engaging interpersonal skills.
• Able to work a flexible schedule including overnight if accept assignment for a 24/7 client.
• Able to bend, pull, push, squat, turn, transfer, and lift 50 pounds; able to stand for an extended period while providing physical assistance to members.

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