Residential Support Specialist for Disability Care

MOKA; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

MOKA in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Direct Support Professional to provide compassionate residential support to individuals with disabilities in a home setting. You will assist with daily activities, document changes, and ensure safety and dignity for those served.

This is a full-time, non-exempt role with vehicle responsibilities and community participation support. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid Michigan driver's license, and a clean driving record.

Qualifications

• Able to document statistics and prepare correspondence, and read and follow instructions/policies.
• Strong communication skills with diverse groups.
• Ability to make decisions ensuring welfare and safety of individuals served.

Responsibilities

• Advocates for those served on personal, family, and community levels.
• Observes and documents changes in the physical and mental condition of those served.
• Administers first aid and simple nursing procedures as needed.
• Ensures the privacy and dignity of those served and reports any suspected abuse or neglect.
• Transports individuals to and from community locations using an agency vehicle or personal vehicle as needed.
• Administers programs to individuals and documents progress, as prescribed.
• Assists in meal preparation, cleaning, small home repairs and light residential maintenance duties.
• Provides hospitality to all visitors at the residence.
• Explores opportunities for community participation possibilities for those served.
• All employees will respond to health risks or any hazardous condition(s) and communicate using the agency hierarchy any potential health risk, hazardous or unsafe condition(s).

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation

Decision making

Education

High School Diploma or GED

MI Driver's license

Job description

MOKA in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Direct Support Professional to provide compassionate residential support to individuals with disabilities in a home setting. You will assist with daily activities, document changes, and ensure safety and dignity for those served.

This is a full-time, non-exempt role with vehicle responsibilities and community participation support. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid Michigan driver's license, and a clean driving record.