Direct Support Professional - Day Shift
Direct Support Professional - Day Shift
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Job Description
About Us:
The mission of Our House Inc. is to provide healthy stimulating and inclusive environments for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through community residences employment services innovative day programs social opportunities and related support services designed to help them achieve their full potential for living meaningful and productive lives.
Description:
Direct Support Professionals (DSP) support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities with activities of daily living community inclusion and in learning independent living skills in group homes or apartments. The position of Day Coverage Direct Support Professional is a 1:1 providing individual support for a resident within the group home.
Job Type
FullTime
Current Shifts Available:
Monday Friday 8 AM through 4 PM
Qualifications:
A valid drivers license with a good driving record
Own transportation to and from work and between work sites
Minimum of high school diploma or GED equivalent
Must be 21
Must be able to attend and pass and maintain agency provided (Paid) trainings
Demonstrated ability to enter notes for services and billing in an electronic health records system
Intermediate to advance proficiency in Microsoft Office
Must be able to provide Professional References during the Application Process
Job Responsibilities:
Support learning and gaining independent living skill in areas such as but not limited to nutrition hygiene money management and social skills
Assist with personal care including hygiene and medical needs
Ensure residents safety and wellbeing
Administer and document medications
Transport residents to appointments and activities
Assist residents with integrating into the community by participating in activities such as bowling leagues volunteer opportunities aligned with their interests and attending fairs or other seasonal leisure outings.
Lift/Force Requirement Weight Constant 10 lbs Frequent 25 lbs Occasional 50 lbs
Demonstrate empathy and respect towards residents
Participate in staff meetings and training
Advocate for residents rights and needs
Maintain accurate documentation
While on shift must be comfortable driving agency vehicles for community activities and transportation to medical & planned appointments.
Physical/Mental Demands:
Must ensure safety
Physical ability to assist residents with mobility and personal care
Good judgment and problemsolving skills
Able to work and think independently
Salary Description
$19.50 per hour
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Our House Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy gender identity and sexual orientation) national origin age disability genetic information veteran status or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these factors.
We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process please contact us at
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Part-Time
