What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Care Professional -Home Based position at Independent Rights and Resources?
Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professional to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, and those requiring assistance with daily living activities. This position is essential in enhancing the quality of life for our residents by fostering independence and dignity. The ideal candidate should be someone who can be consistently relied upon to fulfill their responsibilities, meet deadlines, and follow through on commitments, demonstrating traits like punctuality, trustworthiness, and proactive communication.
Responsibilities
- Personal Hygiene: Assisting with bathing, showering, oral hygiene, hair care, and dressing.
- Mobility Support: Helping with transfers, walking, using assistive devices, and positioning.
- Meal Preparation: Preparing meals according to dietary restrictions, assisting with feeding, and ensuring proper hydration.
- Toileting Assistance: Providing support with bathroom needs
- Companionship: Engaging in conversation, providing emotional support, and accompanying clients to appointments or outings.
- Light Housekeeping: Performing basic cleaning tasks like laundry, dishes, and tidying up living spaces.
Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve by providing compassionate support as a Direct Support Professional. Your dedication can help empower individuals to lead fulfilling lives.
Qualifications
- Experience working with developmental disabilities,
- Proficient in personal care home practices and caregiving techniques
- Certification in First Aid and CPR preferred
- Familiarity with ADLs and working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with a team
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $10.00 - $13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid training
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $10 - $13