Direct Support Professional - Immediate Need

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Direct Support Professional- PRN As Needed Newburgh, IN, US

18.45 To $18.45 Hourly

We deliver exceptional service by hiring extraordinary talent!

Direct Support services are provided to individuals needing additional assistance in their daily life. The degree of care can vary depending on the needs of the individual. Activities may include planning and providing instruction or assistance in activities of daily living, recreation and leisure, social and interpersonal skills, communication skills, decision making, self-advocacy, community integration, medication assistance, cooking, housekeeping, and other related services.

We are currently looking for individuals in the Newburgh, IN area and can be flexible on hours!

Executes PCISP goals as outlined in the Person-Centered Individualized Support plan

Implements appropriate response to high-risk areas as outlined in each individual’s high-risk plan

Reports any incidents or suspicions to a supervisor immediately

Refrains from any unauthorized use of cell phones, Internet and email that is not related to LittleStar duties

Maintains client and family confidentiality per LittleStar policy and HIPAA Privacy Rule Regulations

Completes and submits client billing as directed

Completes and submits additional paperwork in a timely manner (time clock exception forms, incident reports, mileage reimbursement forms, temperature tracking forms, etc.)

Requests time off well in advance, calls-out sick to the appropriate person at least two hours before the scheduled shift.

Flexible with schedule changes

Adheres to all LittleStar policies and procedures

Educational Qualifications and Skills Must be 18 years of age or older

Possess and maintain a clear criminal record per Medicaid Waiver regulation requirements.

Maintain a valid Indiana driver's license, full-coverage insurance on personal vehicle, and maintain insurability as defined by the agency liability insurance carrier. Must possess and maintain reliable transportation that meets state requirements for transporting persons served

Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities is preferred, but not required

Good judgment and creative thinking skills

Discretion in matters that need to remain private

Position may operate in a variety of settings, including but not limited to LittleStar center, a client’s home, or community setting as needed to meet goals outlined in the client’s PCISP.

This role routinely uses standard office and audiovisual equipment.

Physical Requirements Speaking – must speak and understand the English language

Psychological Requirements Patient behaviors may precipitate and/or impact an employee’s personal mental health. Reasonable accommodations can be provided to assist or enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, upon request.

Condition of Employment Must successfully pass the initial and updated criminal history, background, and record checks, which includes driving history checks.

Must provide transportation to patients using your personal vehicle and travel to different locations within the surrounding area to assist individuals with their daily needs (grocery shopping, doctors appointments, community integration needs, etc.).

Must provide proof of automobile insurance with a minimum of $100,000 combined in property and medical liability prior to and during employment.

Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), as needed, provided by LittleStar.

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