What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional (Weekend Shifts) position at Community Options?
Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are Now Hiring Weekend, Part-Time, PRN Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Knoxville, TN to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is a fantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference! No experience required- we provide PAID training
Newly Increased Pay-Rate is $15.50 per hour.
Multiple Weekend & PRN Shifts Available!
Responsibilities
- Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities tailored to
- their Individual Support Plan (ISP) / Person Centered Plan (PCP)
- Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and
- maintaining personal hygiene
- Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
- Assist with the learning and development of independent and community-based skills
- Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
- Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
- Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
- Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with
- community members, businesses, and families
- Ensure work locations and vehicles are clean and well maintained to provide a safe
- Environment
- Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
- Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or
- investigation
Minimum Requirements
Working Conditions
Why Community Options?
Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! www.comop.org
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M / F / D / V
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