GUIDING LITE, INC.
Direct Support Professional Job Description
We are looking for a capable direct support professional to care for our individuals and to encourage them to live independent, productive lives. The direct support professional will follow guidelines and specific instructions pertaining to an individuals’ support, treatments, and care. You will assist with personal care needs, support the expression of spiritual beliefs, and encourage meaningful interactions between individuals we serve and the community. You will be an advocate for the whole community with intellectual disabilities.
To be successful in this role you need to be mindful of an individual’s disabilities in an empathetic manner yet care for them in a way that encourages their independence and inclusion in the community. Top candidates are empathetic, patient, and prudent.
Direct Support Professional Responsibilities:
- Establishing a secure, positive environment that nurtures individuals' needs, self-expression, and goals.
- Overseeing individuals and taking care of their needs and performing housekeeping duties.
- Delivering individualized training and care for individuals in compliance with healthcare professionals’ instructions and other specific guidelines.
- Advancing individuals’ decision-making, productivity, and participation in a range of activities.
- Promoting independence in daily activities, such as work, learning, and leisure.
- Facilitate an individual’s inclusion in the community's experiences and activities.
- Maintaining knowledge of individuals’ requirements.
- Complying with the agency’s policies and procedures.
- Maintaining documentation in compliance with company procedures.
- Maintain ’individual's records, document in records, and administer medications
- Schedule and coordinate doctor’s appointments.
Direct Support Professional Requirements:
- High school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent experience.
- Mandt, CPR, and first aid certification.
- Completion of provided training.
- Completion of a criminal background check and health screening.
- 6+ months of social service or life experience with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
- Proficient computer skills.
- Valid driver’s license, own reliable vehicle, and good driving record.
- Comfortable with assisting residents with hygiene and medical routines.
- Availability to work shifts.
- Outstanding organizational and people skills.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: $16.50 - $22.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- On call
- Overnight shift
- Weekends as needed
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person