Direct Support Professional Now Hiring-Kirkland Area

Direct Support Professional - Kirkland Job Title: Direct Support Professional Hourly Rate: $20.00 - $23.00 Job Status: Full Time Work Base: Everett Area Helping You Live Life to the Fullest! SAILS Washington is dedicated to providing quality community-based support services for people of all ages and needs. SAILS Washington is an innovative leader in delivering person-centered home and community-based services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our mission is to provide world-class person-centered services, supports and advocacy for individuals in positive and life-enriching environments. SAILS Washington takes a zero tolerance stance on abuse and neglect. Any allegations will be reported to the proper authorities. We are committed to the health and safety of the individuals we support. Our employees share a passion for making a positive impact in the lives of others. We are looking for individuals who share our mission, vision, and core values. All applicants are subject to a background check. Once a conditional offer is made and a background check has been completed, if SAILS Washington is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, we reserve the right to withdraw the offer of employment. Performance Responsibilities and Standards Provide support to program participants that meets their needs, provides opportunities for community integration, including swimming, and creates a nurturing, safe, and healthful living environment. Be familiar with the Residential Service Guidelines issued by the Division of Developmental Disabilities. Provide each participant with an array of instruction and support services, as described in the participants’ Individual Instruction and Support Plan (IISP). Ensure that the daily needs of participants are met, including personal hygiene, food preparation, house cleaning, shopping, and monitoring of health needs, including supervision of medication. Assist participants with regularly accessing the community to take part in a variety of outings of their choosing. This may require transporting participants or arranging for transportation. Ensure that participants are treated with dignity and consideration at all times. Promote and safeguard each participant’s ability to make decisions and freely exercise their rights. Interact with participants, provide informal counseling and problem-solve with them. Attend staff meetings as required by the Program Supervisor or the Site Supervisor and/or Administrator. Attend training offered or required by the agency, DDD, and other parties. Take part in the development and implementation of the IISP for each participant with whom they work. Become a Nurse Assistant Registered (NAR) at employee’s own expense initially and annually. Enroll and complete the Nurse Delegation study course and take the test within 30 days of employment. Provide necessary support and supervision of participants. Maintain professional working relationships with other service providers, the participants’ parents/relatives/guardians and other agency staff. Responsible for timely completion of all documentation, including, but not limited to, the medication log, shift notes, progress notes, data sheets, incident reports, and client financial records. Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Supervisor or the Site Supervisor and/or the Administrator. Have a valid driver’s license and car and be willing to transport clients in their own vehicle. Experience Must be at least 18 years of age or older. Minimum experience: Personal experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities with challenging behaviors strongly preferred. Minimum driving experience: Must have a valid in-state driver’s license and be able to provide current car insurance. Benefits We Provide Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance Voluntary Short-term and Long-term Disability Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Company Paid Basic Life Insurance & ADD plus Voluntary Life Insurance Accrued Paid Time Off Unlimited Peer Referral Program On-Demand Pay Working Advantage employee discount program Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Savings Account (FSA)

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Capella University Discount SAILS Washington and Citizen Access Residential Resources are part of the Redwood Family Care Network family of companies. Operating in California, Washington, Arizona, and Nevada. Responsible, Compassionate & Trusted. Redwood Family Care Network’s mission is to provide world-class person-centered services, support and advocacy for individuals in positive and life-enriching environments. Location/Region: Kirkland, WA #J-18808-Ljbffr Redwood Family Care Network