Direct Support Professional

What You’ll Do:

• Support Daily Living: Assist individuals with daily living skills, including personal hygiene, food preparation, housekeeping, laundry, and shopping.

• Home-Like Atmosphere: Ensure the residential environment is welcoming and personalized, helping create a comfortable, home-like setting for the individuals we support.

• Encourage Skill Development: Provide support to help individuals develop skills in hobbies, studies, recreation, communication, and social activities.

• Respond to Emergencies: Quickly respond to emergencies and manage situations according to oversight and safety plan requirements.

• Administer First-Aid: Provide appropriate first-aid based on symptoms and medical history, following established guidelines and accepted first-aid practices.

• Provide Transportation: Safely transport individuals to and from activities, including providing transportation to day program, shopping, doctor’s appointments, and recreational outings in agency vehicles.

• Record Keeping: Prepare clear and concise written reports, including Incident Reports, Residents’ Progress Notes, and other required documentation. Use of eVero is a must.

• Effective Communication: Demonstrate strong interpersonal and professional communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Staff Meetings & Training: Attend monthly staff meetings, in-service training, and any additional required meetings.