Group Home Aide/Housekeeper - Direct Support Professional

Must have a high school diploma or GED. Must be able to transfer/lift adult residents. Ability to work with residents with developmental disabilities, and communicate effectively with both verbal and non-verbal residents. Ability to use computers to read/create Word documents, enter documentation, access/send email, and record time and attendance. Must possess or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certification and successfully complete Delegation of Nursing Tasks training. Must have a valid Ohio driver’s license and a fully insured, personal vehicle for agency use. Must have and maintain a good driving record. Must have a history of satisfactory job performance. Must have a record of reliable work attendance. Must be able to meet all requirements and obtain all certificates required to perform the job or any aspect of the job, and to access funding for performance of any aspect of the job. Preferred: Experience in working with persons with developmental disabilities. RESPONSIBILITIES Provide direct care of individuals in a residential setting, including lifting, transferring, positioning, feeding, bathing, grooming, toileting and assisting residents to participate in skill-building/recreational and community-based activities. Implementation of Individual Service Plans (OISPs). Maintain various records, electronically as required, including progress notes, frequency charts, treatment sheets, incident reports and cash-on-hand sheets. Transport residents to day program, medical appointments, and other activities. Housekeeping including after-activity clean-up; cleaning of bathrooms, laundry, kitchen, dining room, residents’ rooms, closets, and dressers; and laundry. HOURS: Normally, 40 hours per week. Flexible as needed. May include evenings and/or weekends. This agency supports the full intent and goals of Equal Employment Opportunities and insures that all employees and applicants will be afforded equal opportunities for appointment, promotion, training, career advancement and recognition without regard to mental handicap, physical handicap, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age or political affiliation. #J-18808-Ljbffr