What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at HeartSong?
We are looking for dedicated and compassionate individuals to join our team at a small adult family home serving 3-6 male residents (ages 18-28) with disabilities, including autism and ADHD. Staff will provide support in daily living activities, ensuring a safe and structured environment that promotes independence and well-being.
Job Responsibilities:
- Assist residents with personal care and hygiene reminders
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the home
- Prepare and serve meals according to residents’ needs
- Engage residents in social outings and recreational activities
- Utilize behavioral health techniques to manage behaviors and de-escalate situations
- Administer medications (med passing certification preferred)
- Follow individualized care plans and document observations as required
Qualifications
- Proven experience in caregiving and patient care
- Clean Background
- Knowledge of care plans and medication administration
- Certification in First Aid and Fire Safety is preferred
- Experience in assisted living and home & community care
- Ability to assist with activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Familiarity with long-term care and social work principles
- Strong observational skills and attention to detail
- Experience in group home and nursing home settings
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.74 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Rotating weekends
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
- Medication Certificate (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Janesville, WI 53548 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18