What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Village Caregiving - Rochester, MN?
We are looking for a Direct Support Professional to join our growing team. The right Direct Support Professional candidate will have a strong background in healthcare. The day-to-day duties of this role include planning and preparing meals, helping clients with mobility around or outside of the house, and providing personal hygiene assistance.
Direct Support Professional BENEFITS:
- Starting Pay: $20 - $22 an Hour!
- Daily Pay Option Available
- 401 K Eligibility and Benefits Available
- Flexible Schedules
- Paid Training
Direct Support Professional Responsibilities:
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Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly patients or those recovering from surgeries, injuries or accidents by attending to their basic needs, such as showering, bathing, dressing and eating
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Remind clients to take prescribed medication and assist clients with ambulation
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Help with mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)
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Plan and prepare meals
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Assist with physical therapy exercises
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Complete client’s shopping or accompany them to successfully do so
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Perform housekeeping duties
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Report any unusual incidents and act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
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Offer activities that are essential for daily living by assisting patients with their meals, including serving and other tasks, if necessary
Direct Support Professional Qualifications:
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Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skills
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Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with physical capability to perform job-related duties
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Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation every single day
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Validated ability to act in a compassionate and supportive manner
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Available to work different shifts, including nights and/or weekends
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Prior experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care environment (minimum of 1 year)
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Willingness to enforce health and safety standards
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Supportive and compassionate
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High School Diploma or equivalent/Experience as a Caregiver, CNA or HHA, or completion of a CNA Program
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Take pride in providing high quality care
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Hoyer Lift Experience (specific to client)
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment 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.
Salary : $20 - $22
