What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at GG's Caring Community LLC?
About us
Our agencies comprehensive range of services is dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities. Through our Home and Community-Based Services (HPC), we provide personalized support in the comfort of their homes, assisting with daily activities, fostering skill development, and promoting independence. For Non- Medical Transportation (NMT), we ensure reliable and accessible transportation, guaranteeing that individuals can reach medical appointments, therapy sessions, and other essential destinations. Adult Habilitation focuses on empowering adults with disabilities through personalized support and training, encouraging self-sufficiency and community engagement. Additionally, our Child Habilitation Support services address the developmental needs of children with disabilities, providing tailored interventions and activities to foster growth, learning, and socialization. Together, these services strive to improve the quality of life for individuals with disabilities by promoting independence, community inclusion, and overall well-being..
Our work environment includes:
- Growth opportunities
Responsibilities:
- Provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities or special needs
- Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Administer medication according to prescribed schedules and dosage instructions
- Monitor and record vital signs, such as blood pressure and temperature
- Prepare and serve meals based on dietary restrictions and individual preferences
- Assist with mobility and transportation needs, including accompanying individuals to appointments or community outings
- Implement behavior management strategies to promote positive behaviors and prevent challenging behaviors
- Maintain a clean and safe living environment for individuals in accordance with established standards
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in caregiving or a related field preferred
- Knowledge of first aid procedures and ability to respond effectively in emergency situations
- Familiarity with medication administration protocols and ability to accurately follow medication schedules
- Understanding of behavior management techniques and ability to implement strategies to promote positive behaviors
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with individuals, families, and other team members
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a collaborative environment
- Flexibility to adapt to changing needs and schedules
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change based on the needs of the organization.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.50 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 6 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid orientation
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Every weekend
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- No nights
- No weekends
- On call
- Overnight shift
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
- Weekends only
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Direct support: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- direct support certification (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Lebanon, OH (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $20
