What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Smalls Management Consulting?
Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professional to join our team. In this role, you will provide essential support to individuals with disabilities, helping them to achieve their personal goals and enhance their quality of life. You will work closely with clients in a home or community setting, ensuring their needs are met while promoting independence and dignity.
Responsibilities
- Assist clients with daily living activities, including cooking, personal hygiene, and medication management.
- Implement and follow individualized care plans tailored to each client's unique needs and preferences.
- Support clients in developing life skills and engaging in community activities.
- Monitor vital signs and report any changes in health status to the appropriate personnel.
- Advocate for resident rights and ensure that clients are treated with respect and dignity.
- Provide companionship and emotional support to enhance the well-being of clients.
- Maintain accurate documentation of client progress and incidents as required.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals, including nurses, to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
Qualifications
- Experience in direct support or home care is preferred, especially working with individuals on the autism spectrum or those requiring memory care.
- Knowledge of resident rights and advocacy practices is essential.
- Ability to cook nutritious meals that cater to individual dietary needs.
- Familiarity with care plans and the ability to follow them accurately.
- Strong communication skills and a compassionate approach to caregiving.
- Ability to perform basic health assessments, including monitoring vital signs.
- A commitment to promoting independence and enhancing the quality of life for individuals in your care.
Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- No weekends
- Overnight shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18
