Direct support Professional

Direct Support Professional - Part-Time 2nd or 3rd Shift (Must be available some weekends)

Job Description

Starting Rate: $15.00/hour

Direct Support Professionals in this role serve individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities; candidates that will be considered for this position must be available to work at least one weekend per month.

Individuals in this position shall aim to assist clients in leading a safe and meaningful lifestyle through community integration, and in gaining independence with day-to-day activities through skills training activities and the implementation of goal related activities. This individual must be able to work with clients in home-based settings as well as in the community. Day-to-day activities range from in home care of 1-4 individuals (promoting independence in the home including hygiene care, preparing meals, and basic up-keep of the home) and one-on-one activities in the community (assisting our clients in increasing community integration by providing assistance with grocery shopping, attending medical appointments, sporting events or concerts in in the park). If you are seeking a position that offers variety in day-to-day activities, in a fulfilling line of work with opportunity for advancement, then come check us out!

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess a high level of patience and tolerance, and the desire to assist others to reach their potential
• Ability to work as a team member and take direction in order for team to accomplish goals and objectives

3. Complete all annual tests and trainings including but not limited to TB test or chest x-ray, SCM, CPR, First Aid, and BBP Certifications, Core A/B, ISP/PCP, Incident Reporting, Abuse/Neglect/Exploitation, Documentation, and Transportation

4. Must possess a valid state driver’s license, proof of insurance coverage per company policy, and have a vehicle that is reliable for transportation of clients

5. Experience with adults with developmental disabilities or functional impairments

EDUCATION/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE :

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 1-year experience preferred with individuals that have developmental disabilities and/or functional impairments

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and assist a client consistently (e.g. bathroom, floor) and be able to lift 50-100 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision and distance vision.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

NHS will provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, political belief or activity, or status as a veteran.

The policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Any applicant or employee who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should contact the Human Resources Department and request such an accommodation. NHS will make reasonable accommodation wherever necessary for all employees or applicants with disabilities, provided the individual is otherwise qualified to safely perform the duties and assignments connected with the job and provided any accommodations made do not require significant difficulty or expense.

ACCESS AUTHORITY FOR PROTECTED HEALTH INFORMATION (PHI)

This position has limited access to Client PHI, subject to minimum necessary and need to know, as needed to perform services; and no access to Employee PHI.