What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Worker position at Ka Lima O Maui?
Responsibilities:
- Provide support and assistance to individuals with physical or intellectual disabilities
- Assist with daily living activities such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, and medication administration
- Implement behavior management strategies to promote positive interactions and reduce challenging behaviors
- Collaborate with social workers and other professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans
- Ensure the safety and well-being of individuals under your care
- Maintain accurate documentation of services provided and progress made
Qualifications:
- Possess a valid Hawaii Driver's License and have a clean driver's abstract
- Access to a reliable and insured vehicle
- Ability to provide patient care with compassion and empathy and patience in working with adults with disabilities
- Current CPR and First Aid certification
- Understanding of HIPAA regulations and ability to maintain confidentiality
- Physical ability to lift and assist individuals as needed. 40 hours of volunteer or paid experience working with persons who are developmentally disabled
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17