Direct Support Professional - Caregiver

Location 1117 28th Ave,Council Bluffs, IA, 51501,United States Base Pay $17.00 - $17.63 / Hour Average Bonus $100.00 Other Compensation $100 cash bonus monthly for continuing education. Employee Type Non-Exempt PT Contact information Phone View phone number on click.appcast.io Description Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $17.00 - $17.63 per hour Location: Council Bluffs, IA AmeriServe International is the calling you’ve been looking for, you'll become a coach, a mentor, and a friend. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Caregiver you will learn the skills and coaching techniques to help other adults shape their lives into a picture they once only dreamed of. The Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Caregiver is responsible for a variety of duties related to the overall care for those who reside in the AmeriServe International Residential Program. What we offer: On-the-job training Paid Time Off Health, dental, and vision benefits Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Earn up to an additional $500 per month by meeting Key Performance Indicators (KPI) Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provide transportation to and from activities/appointments. Assist in the implementation of individual plans for individuals and behavior plan goals. Assist individuals in the pursuit of recreational, social and community activities based on their preference and individual plans. Assist and encourage individuals in the establishment of social networks. Promote participation and involvement in community outings. Ensure each individuals rights are protected. Treat individuals with dignity and respect. Activities of Daily Living: Administer medications to individuals as assigned. Observe individuals for changes in behavior or health. Ensure individuals are dressed neatly and appropriately and are groomed at all times. Assist and encourage individuals to care for immediate personal needs such as toileting, bathing, washing their hands and eating. Prepare nutritional meals based on individual needs and preferences. Encourage individuals to assist in the preparation of meals and snacks as appropriate to their individual plans and behavior plan. Keep residence – both interior and exterior and the resident's personal space clean, organized, and tidy, and encourage them to participate in upkeep as appropriate according to their individual plan. Teach individuals daily skills such as household chores, laundry, cleaning, and washing dishes as appropriate according to their individual plan. Requirements Must be at least 18 years of age Must have valid driver license and provide proof of vehicle insurance Must successfully pass state-mandated background checks and pre-employment screenings Must demonstrate the ability to read and write English at the level needed to read programmatic materials and provide written documentation as required Must possess interpersonal skills necessary to work productively with other people Summary Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provide transportation to and from activities/appointments. Assist in the implementation of individual plans for individuals and behavior plan goals. Assist individuals in the pursuit of recreational, social and community activities based on their preference and individual plans. Assist and encourage individuals in the establishment of social networks. Promote participation and involvement in community outings. Ensure each individuals rights are protected. Treat individuals with dignity and respect. Activities of Daily Living: Administer medications to individuals as assigned. Observe individuals for changes in behavior or health. Ensure individuals are dressed neatly and appropriately and are groomed at all times. Assist and encourage individuals to care for immediate personal needs such as toileting, bathing, washing their hands and eating. Prepare nutritional meals based on individual needs and preferences. Encourage individuals to assist in the preparation of meals and snacks as appropriate to their individual plans and behavior plan. Keep residence – both interior and exterior and the resident's personal space clean, organized, and tidy, and encourage them to participate in upkeep as appropriate according to their individual plan. Teach individuals daily skills such as household chores, laundry, cleaning, and washing dishes as appropriate according to their individual plan. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Lincoln