Direct Support Professional-Care Staff

Job Title Direct Support Professional About the Role Core Function : Provide direct support to individuals in activities of daily living. Reporting Reports to : Direct Support Supervisor Employer VanCare, Inc. Education and Experience Education level: High School Diploma or Equivalent. Experience: No previous experience required. Compensation $21.00 – $23.50 per hour. Major Tasks Assist supported individuals with basic needs including: personal care (bathing, toileting, dressing), medication administration, activities of daily living (ADLs), support toward meeting objectives of their Skills Programs/Goals, meal preparation, household tasks/maintenance (yard maintenance, daily tasks, communication record), and finance management in accordance with VCI standards and protocols. Build and maintain positive relationships with supported individuals through active, consistent engagement in conversation and activities; and by supporting them to safely access their community and participate in creative community activities. Adhere to all VCI policies, procedures, and protocols including Agency Mission, philosophy, WAC’s/RCW’s, Residential Guidelines. Complete the DDA 40‑hour Core Curriculum training for residential services and maintain 12 continuing education credit hours annually. Build and maintain positive relationships with coworkers and leadership. VanCare, Inc. has a zero‑tolerance policy for bullying, harassment, and gossip that negatively impacts morale. Complete all required documentation during the shift; complete shift‑change upon arrival, including reading all SCOMM’s and Health T‑Logs, medication bubble‑pack checks, cash box checks, etc. Ensure all required certifications (CPR/FA, NAR/C.N.A./HCA, etc.) remain current. If certifications fail to be renewed prior to expiration, employees are not eligible for reimbursement of the cost of renewal. Attend all mandatory meetings/trainings, including weekly staff meetings, CE training, Core curriculum trainings, agency events. Time/Hourly Commitment This is a full‑time position requiring a minimum of a 30‑hour work week. Shift structure does not guarantee 40‑hour weeks and consists of Beginning of Week (Sunday‑Wednesday, 8.5‑10 hours per day) and End of Week (Thursday‑Saturday, 10‑12.5 hours per day). The schedule is subject to change at any time based on the needs of VanCare, Inc. and the individuals served. Policies VanCare, Inc. reserves the right to reassign any staff member to another location without advance notice, based on agency and individuals’ needs. All staff are required to remain awake during all shifts. VanCare, Inc. does not permit friends, family, roommates, or housemates to work at or directly oversee each other at the same program. Staff must report any changes in living situation or otherwise comply with VanCare, Inc. policy. Must pass background check. Comply with a drug‑free workplace (including THC/marijuana screening). Physical/Lifting Requirements N: Never (not at all). S: Seldom (1‑10% of the time). O: Occasional (11‑33% of the time). F: Frequent (34‑66% of the time). C: Constant (67‑100% of the time). Physical Demands Sitting: O – Completing documentation, meal time, etc. Standing: F‑C – Engaged in activities around house and in the community. Walking: F‑C – Engaged in activities around house and in the community. Lifting – O – Household/yard maintenance, meal prep, etc. Carrying – O – Household/yard maintenance, meal prep, etc. Pushing/Pulling – O – Household/yard maintenance, meal prep, pushing wheelchairs, etc. Climbing Stairs/Ladders: S – Only during applicable tasks, must follow safety protocols and procedures. Bending: F – Household/yard maintenance, meal prep, pushing wheelchairs, etc. Twisting at Waist: F – Household/yard maintenance, meal prep, pushing wheelchairs, etc. Kneeling: F – Household/yard maintenance, meal prep, pushing wheelchairs, etc. Squatting: F – Household/yard maintenance, meal prep, pushing wheelchairs, etc. Reaching Out: F – Household/yard maintenance, meal prep, pushing wheelchairs, etc. Reaching above Shoulder: F – Household/yard maintenance, meal prep, pushing wheelchairs, etc. Repetitive Motion: F – Household/yard maintenance, meal prep, pushing wheelchairs, etc. Handling/Grasping: F – Documentation, computer work, household supplies, etc. Fine Finger Manipulation: F – Keyboarding, documentation, etc. Support for Transfer – O – Only when supporting an individual for transfer; must follow safety protocols and be accompanied by another staff member where applicable. Additional Notes These duties are not all inclusive and may be adjusted, added to, or reassigned at any time. Household/yard maintenance may include, but is not limited to: cleaning/scrubbing showers/tubs, sweeping/mopping/vacuuming floors, dusting, wiping countertops/cabinets, cleaning windows, etc. #J-18808-Ljbffr