What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional - Muskegon Group Homes position at Samaritas - Muskegon - Brooks Rd - PWD?

Job Description

Overview

At Samaritas, we ask you to join us - to “Be The Rock That Starts The Ripple”. A ripple of transformation in the individual lives of the 15,000 people we help each year, and a ripple of positive change throughout our community. Our team is growing at Samaritas! We are seeking more Rocks to join our team. We are always looking for additional employees who want to make a big impact and have a lot of fun doing so as part of an enthusiastic, collaborative team. We want you to be our rock!

We walk with people in need, offering hope and compassion while upholding their dignity, advocating for equality and justice, and seeking creative solutions with those who place their trust in us.

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Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide hands-on care and assistance to persons served including, but not limited to, mobility, lifting, transferring, bathing, personal hygiene and grooming, laundry, meal preparation and mealtime assistance
Assist persons served with activities in daily living including, but not limited to, household tasks, communication skills, and activities in the community
Assist in development of individuals’ social and recreational interests and skills through appropriate modeling and supportive activities
Complete and document consumer’s home-based programs as written by Community Mental Health (CMH) personnel
Provide care and complete duties in compliance with Adult Foster Care Licensing rules for the State of Michigan
Completion of “in-home” training, including CMH required training
Pass medications in accordance with Person Centered Plan
Cooperate with other Center staff to assist in meeting the needs of individuals in the Center
Transport individuals and drive agency vehicle as needed; assure basic cleanliness and care of vehicle
Assist in creating opportunities for persons served with outside entities for volunteer and work opportunities

Qualifications

Job Qualifications

Education, Training, and Licensure / Certification

High school diploma or equivalency preferred

Attain and maintain all required certifications and training (i.e., CPR, First Aid, Blood borne Pathogens, etc.)

Experience

Direct care experience in a mental health field or working with vulnerable adults preferred

Additional Work Requirements

Weekends, evenings and extended work hours required

Participation in on-call shift coverage rotation required

Valid unrestricted driver’s license with good driving record and proof of automobile insurance

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