What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Caregiver position at Ameriserve International, Inc.?
Job Types: Full-time
Pay: $17.50 - $18.13 per hour
Location: Clarinda, IA
AmeriServe International is the calling you’ve been looking for, you'll become a coach, a mentor, and a friend. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) you will learn the skills and coaching techniques to help other adults shape their lives into a picture they once only dreamed of, in one of our newest locations located in Clarinda Iowa. The DSP is responsible for a variety of duties related to the overall care for those who reside in the AmeriServe International Residential Program.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide transportation to and from activities/appointments.
- Assist in the implementation of individual plans for individuals and behavior plan goals.
- Assist individuals in the pursuit of recreational, social and community activities based on their preference and individual plans.
- Assist and encourage individuals in the establishment of social networks.
- Promote participation and involvement in community outings.
- Ensure each individuals rights are protected.
- Treat individuals with dignity and respect.
Activities of Daily Living:
- Administer medications to individuals as assigned.
- Observe individuals for changes in behavior or health.
- Ensure individuals are dressed neatly and appropriately and are groomed at all times.
- Assist and encourage individuals to care for immediate personal needs such as toileting, bathing, washing their hands and eating.
- Prepare nutritional meals based on individual needs and preferences.
- Encourage individuals to assist in the preparation of meals and snacks as appropriate to their individual plans and behavior plan.
- Keep residence – both interior and exterior and resident personal space clean, organized, and tidy and encourage them to participate in upkeep as appropriate according to their individual plan.
- Teach individuals daily skills such as household chores, laundry, cleaning and washing dishes as appropriate according to their individual plan.
Be a part of our team! No one possesses the unique skill set and life experiences that you have to bring but YOU and we value that!
Job Requirements:
- Valid Driver’s license
- Ability to drive company vehicles
- Undergo Background Check
Please direct any employment questions or issues to:
https://ameriserveintl.com/careers/
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.50 - $18.13 per hour
Expected hours: 8 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $18