What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSP (Direct Support Professional) position at Cypress Myrtle Enterprises?
About us
Cypress Myrtle Enterprises is a Healthcare Staffing Agency in Owings Mills, MD. Our goal is to deliver world class services and solutions to healthcare facilities in order to foster efficiency and productivity. We provide staffing to independent and public healthcare facilities, hospitals, nursing homes and care facilities. Our services include a range of Advance Practice Nurses, medical professionals and a variety of caregivers.
```Duties``` - Provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, seniors, or patients in a variety of settings such as assisted living, hospice care, or senior care facilities. - Assist with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, bathing, dressing, and grooming. - Administer medications and monitor vital signs as required. - Assist with meal preparation and feeding. - Support individuals in participating in social and recreational activities. - Provide transportation and accompany individuals to appointments or outings. - Perform light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe environment. - Document and report any changes in behavior or health status to appropriate personnel. ```Skills``` - Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or seniors preferred. - Knowledge of systems and procedures related to patient care. - Ability to perform tasks such as vital signs monitoring, medication administration, and meal preparation. - Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds. - Compassionate and patient demeanor when providing care and support. - Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physical tasks such as transferring individuals or assisting with mobility. Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed. If you are passionate about providing quality care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, seniors, or patients, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Owings Mills, MD 21117 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Owings Mills, MD 21117: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $17