What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Progressive Healthcare Providers - Fern Park LLC?
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) will provide basic care and active treatment to meet the needs of intellectually and developmentally disabled individuals in a home-like setting, in the Fern Park, FL area. We are looking for dedicated and reliable staff to fill several positions in our facility. We currently have multiple shifts open, 7:00am-3:00pm and 3:00pm-11:00pm.
Responsibilities:
- Assists and supports individuals in the implementation of their Individual Support Plans (ISP's) and activity schedules.
- Assists and supports individuals in performing daily living functions.
- Assist and supports individuals in all housekeeping duties to ensure a clean and pleasant living environment.
- Monitor individuals and the surroundings for appropriate safety and health care practices.
- Assist, coordinates and transports individuals to recreational activities in their homes and in the
- Completes documentation regarding programming, health and safety, comprehensive assessments, and
- Monitors individuals and their environment for any change in health, mental well-being, and behavioral well-being.
- Assist and supports individuals in implementing their Behavioral Support Plans as developed.
- Caregiving: 1 year
- Valid FL Driver's License with an acceptable driving record
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must pass a Level 2 background check, drug screening and TB test
- Must be able to speak, read and write English
- Maintain the ability to stretch, push, pull, kneel, reach, twist, walk or stand up to eight hours and able to perform the physical requirements of Safety Care
PHP/FPDC is an intermediate care facility for the intellectually and developmentally disabled. We care for individuals 24/7 in a set of four (4) homes that hold up to 16 individuals. PHP has excellent opportunities for advancement in the Human Services field. This is a great stepping stone to other positions in Case Management, QA and Administration.
Benefits:
- Signing bonus
- Paid time off
- Paid sick time
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) matching retirement plan
To Apply:
You must complete your profile on our website then submit an application through our portal to be considered for employment. This is a two step process. Please ensure that you complete both. We look forward to speaking with you!
Fern Park Developmental Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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