Direct Support Professional Part-Time
Direct Support Professional Part-Time
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Job Description
Community Options Inc. is a national nonprofit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. We are actively seeking PartTime and PRN Direct Support Professionals (DSP) Caregivers Direct Care Staff Home Health Aides in the Columbia SC area to provide personcentered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is a fantastic opportunity for professional growth while making a difference! No experience required we provide PAID training!
Starting Pay: $15.48 per hour
Shifts Available:See below
First Shift: 7:00am 3:00pm 8:00am 4:00pm
Second Shift: 2:00pm 10:00pm 3:00pm 11:00pm or 4:00pm 12:00am
Third Shift:11:00pm 7:00am
Responsibilities
- Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities tailored to their Individual Support Plan (ISP)/Person Centered Plan (PCP)
- Assist with daily routines including cleaning cooking feeding medication administration and maintaining personal hygiene
- Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
- Assist with the learning and development of independent and communitybased skills
- Participate with individuals in community social and recreational activities
- Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
- Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
- Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members businesses and families
- Ensure work locations and vehicles are clean and well maintained to provide a safe environment
- Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
- Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection inquiry or investigation
Minimum Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines
- Valid drivers license with a satisfactory driving record
- Ability to work individually and with a team to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
- Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situation
Working Conditions
- Work in residential programs day programs and in the community
- Transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
- Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours
- Overtime may be required due to business needs
- May be required to lift or move 25 pounds
Why Community Options
- Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical Dental Vision)
- Paid HolidaysIncluding a Birthday Holiday
- Generous PTO
- Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
- 403b Retirement Plan
If you have any questions please dont hesitate to contact our friendly staff at the Columbia office!
Phone Number:
If interested please Apply Now or send resume to:
Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application!
www.comop
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Part-Time
