Do you enjoy providing individualized, 1:1 direct care? Do you enjoy working and collaborating with a small team?
Do you enjoy the independence of providing in-home and community supports?
Do you value making a positive difference in someone's life?
We are seeking qualified DSP candidates for an in-home, direct care position working with a friendly and easy going woman in her early 20’s who loves to socialize and do things out in the community. She enjoys listening to music, going for walks, shopping, and books.
This position requires assisting the individual with all activities of daily living at home including bathing, dressing, toileting, and feeding assistance. We are looking for someone who is completely comfortable with providing total, hands-on care.
The job location is a private residence in Venetia. We are looking for someone for 1-2 days per week for 8-16 hours. More hours may be available in the future for the right match.
In addition to supporting activities of daily life, other supports may include: prompting through tasks, supporting her independence, problem solving, ensuring safety, companionship, community engagement, and driving her to go to different activities and explore the community.
We will provide training and support.
Our Ideal Candidate…
Is kind and fun
Is creative
Has a calm demeanor and is patient
Enjoys learning new skills
Enjoys problem-solving everyday issues
Enjoys adventures and going out in the community
Enjoys working with families
Can read and follow the Individual Support Plan (ISP)
Experienced Caregiver Will:
- Be responsible for the supervision, safety, and welfare of the individual at all times.
- Be responsible for establishing and maintaining a productive daily activity pattern by consistently facilitating the individual’s individual support plan (ISP).
- Provide assistance and/or supervision to the individual in the areas of community and social integration, healthcare management.
- Serve as a member of the team for the development of ISP. Give feedback on an individual's performance in accomplishing goals and objectives of the ISP.
- Communicate information consistently and will be responsible for documenting incidents on appropriate forms and verbally relaying
information to the Common Law Employer.
- Demonstrate basic knowledge to assure a safe and healthy environment for the client.
- Demonstrate recognition of, and properly report suspected abuse and neglect.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
● Driver with own reliable vehicle; have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record
● Direct Support Professional experience preferred
● Be ok with pets
● Clean criminal background
● Have a High School Diploma or GED; some college coursework preferred.
● Have at least 6 months experience in caregiving or work experience as a Patient Care Technician
● Be 21 years of age or older
Hours:
1-2 days per week, 8-16 hours
Pay:
-Negotiable. Starting rate of $20 per hour.
Job Types: Part-time
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
Ability to Commute:
Ability to Relocate:
- Venetia, PA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person