Weekend Direct Support Professional - Impactful Care

Disability Resources Inc.; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Disability Resources, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Texas seeking a Direct Support Professional for the Saturday-Sunday 8a-8p shift in Abilene. The role involves routine and emergency care, training, meal prep, medication administration, and documenting residents' conditions.

Strong communication and organizational skills are required; CPR/First Aid certification is preferred. The organization emphasizes compassionate care in a Christian environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Certification in CPR, First Aid, or SUR is preferred.
• Experience in direct care working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Ability to accurately enter information into a computer and perform simple mathematic calculations.
• Must possess good communication skills and professional manner when relating to staff, residents, vendors, and families.
• Must be organized and able to handle multiple tasks with attention to detail.
• Must complete all training including medication training within 30 days of hire.
• Must be able to communicate, read, speak, and write the English language.

Responsibilities

• Verify, administers and records medications and treatments.
• Prepare and serve meals for up to 7 people as per dietician menu.
• Take residents on shopping trips and for occasional meals and church.
• Ensure residents maintain hygiene and appropriate clothing.
• Know each resident's abilities, disabilities and interests.
• Provide behavior intervention to protect residents from harm and document incidents.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Disability Resources, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Texas seeking a Direct Support Professional for the Saturday-Sunday 8a-8p shift in Abilene. The role involves routine and emergency care, training, meal prep, medication administration, and documenting residents' conditions.

Strong communication and organizational skills are required; CPR/First Aid certification is preferred. The organization emphasizes compassionate care in a Christian environment.