Direct Support Professional - Baptist Park in Mapavile - Part Time Day Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Pony Bird, Inc. is looking for a part-time Direct Support Professional for our Baptist Park Program located in Mapaville! This position is Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm. We provide comprehensive, high-quality supports and services for individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities in a fun, enriching, and supportive environment.Do you enjoy empowering people? Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference in someone's life? If so, Pony Bird is the place for you. Pony Bird's core values of compassion, dignity, respect, integrity, and teamwork drive our programs and services. We pride ourselves on our commitment to going above and beyond for our employees with benefits including:STARTING PAY OF $19.00PAID TRAININGGREAT BENEFITSCOMPETIVE PAYThe focus of this program is to ensure the quality of life, health, dignity, and independence of individuals who are non-ambulatory with multiple developmental disabilities. In this position, the DSP will engage in person-centered outcomes, understand individuals' rights, aide with personal care, and enhance the individual's independence by teaching skill development. QualificationsHigh School diploma or GEDAt least 18 years oldReliable transportationGood interpersonal communication skillsAbility to follow oral and written directions and problem solveDemonstrate patience, sensitivity, and positive attitude towards persons experiencing severe to profound developmental disabilitiesAbility to act quickly and calmly in emergency situations (accidents, seizures, fire, etc.)Light computer skills to include data entry and word processingWork requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.Must be able to push a wheelchair and transfer an individual to and from wheelchairResponsibilities Assist individuals with personal hygiene when needed including: providing bowel and bladder care by checking and changing briefs.Monitor and assist with meals and nutritional needs, encouraging individuals to eat as independently as possible, yet assisting as needed. Monitor and assist with proper hydration.Assist with mobility and/or transfer of individuals using the lift system and various other adaptive devices.Perform range of motion, application of splints, and utilize positioning equipment as indicated in care plan.Provide positive behavior supports as outlined in the Individual Support Plan. Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.Chart and document all individual services as outlined in the Individual Support Plan Learn more about what it's like to be a member of the Pony Bird team at Bird, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer