What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Staff position at Quality Connections?
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Direct Support Staff
Full-Time And Part Time Positions
Overview
Our care professionals provide essential services to individuals with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities. Direct Support Staff work in group home settings, fostering independence and safety in both environments.
Overview
Our care professionals provide essential services to individuals with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities. Direct Support Staff work in group home settings, fostering independence and safety in both environments.
In-home Services Staff (Individual Homes)
Responsibilities
Staff assist clients with daily living activities in their own homes, promoting comfort, independence, and safety. Key responsibilities include:
Staff assist clients with daily living activities in their own homes, promoting comfort, independence, and safety. Key responsibilities include:
- Assisting with personal care tasks such as hygiene, grooming, toileting, and feeding.
- Performing household tasks, including light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and grocery shopping.
- Transporting clients to appointments, running errands, or accompanying them on community outings.
- Supporting clients in self-administering medication (with proper training).
- Documenting care services provided for HAH services and reporting any changes in client health or needs.
- Fostering a positive relationship with clients to promote their well-being and independence.
- Other duties as assigned.
Direct Support Staff (Group Homes)
Responsibilities
Direct Support Staff work within group home environments, assisting clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities in daily living and creating a structured, supportive community setting. Key responsibilities include:
Direct Support Staff work within group home environments, assisting clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities in daily living and creating a structured, supportive community setting. Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting clients with personal care needs, including hygiene, grooming, toileting, and mobility.
- Performing group home maintenance tasks, including housekeeping, laundry, and meal preparation, ensuring a safe and sanitary living environment.
- Helping organize and participate in group activities, fostering a positive community atmosphere.
- Transporting clients to appointments, errands, or social activities.
- Administering medication in accordance with state regulations and documenting care provided.
- Assisting clients with adaptive devices and teaching skills that promote independent living.
- Advocating for individuals, supporting their decision-making skills, and maintaining a positive, respectful environment.
- Participating in staff meetings, and training sessions, and contributing to the group home's care plan.
- Other duties as assigned.
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Qualifications for Both Roles
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record (in most cases).
- Strong communication skills and the ability to interact with clients, family members, and coworkers.
- Physical ability to handle tasks such as lifting, bending, and walking for extended periods.
- Must pass relevant background checks as required by state regulations.
- Medication administration training and certification, as required by state/program standards.
Quality Connections is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, or employees with military family members, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by law.
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