What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full Time-Direct Support Professional-10a-8p position at Heart Havens, Inc.?

Job Description

Description : Shift : Wednesday-Saturday 10a-8p

Heart Havens seeks a caring Full Time Direct Support Professional (DSP) to work at our Garber home in Varina, VA who embrace our mission of empowerment and share our values of accountability, integrity, respect, and empathy.

We're looking for people who will encourage the people we support to be true members of their communities by helping them connect to community resources and events and motivate them to try new things. At every level of our organization, we look for people who think creatively, are team players, have strong attention to detail, and are passionate about providing inclusive communities for people with a developmental disability.

As a FT- DSP , you'll empower adults with a developmental disability to live full, vibrant, and happy lives. While you'll provide support for everyday activities, such as meal preparation, you'll also support people as they plan for bigger events, such as trips. You'll support people as they discover what they're passionate about and pursue their dreams. One thing's for sure : every day with Heart Havens is different!

Requirements : Requirements

Minimum Education and Experience : High school diploma or GED preferred. 6 months’ previous direct support experience required. 1-year previous direct support experience in a DD residential group home setting preferred.

Qualifications and Expectations :

Valid Virginia driver’s license

Physical Requirements :

May require driving up to 8 hours

May require frequent bending, stooping, squatting, reaching and walking

May require standing up for up to 8 hours

May require lifting at times, up to 25 pounds

Required Skills :

Ability to understand and follow service requirements

Ability to participate in a team-oriented work environment

Ability to manage time to successfully complete job duties

Ability to interact and communicate with individuals exhibiting a variety of characteristics

Ability to perform First-Aid, behavior management interventions, and medication management

Ability to support residents with Activities of Daily Living

Ability to observe, record and report residents’ behavior, attitude and physical condition

Ability to write objective and accurate daily notes that capture support offered and given to residents

Ability to safely operate and maintain adaptive equipment and assistive technology

Ability to carry out the physical requirements of assisting and lifting individuals, as necessary

Must understand and respect residents Human Rights and be able treat them with dignity at all times

Must be able to follow the policies and procedures of Heart Havens to maintain compliance with state and federal regulations

Must be able to demonstrate abilities that improve or maintain the health and wellness of those they support.

Must have verbal and written communication skills to maintain effective working relationships with residents, co-workers, and family members

Must model Heart Havens’ mission and values in daily actions

Must have proficient typing and computer skills

Must be able to transport residents in Heart Havens vehicles

Must maintain required certifications : Therapeutic Options (TOVA), Medication Administration, and First Aid / CPR / AED

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our full-time employees, including health insurance options and a 403(b) (retirement plan).

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