Direct Support Professional Jobs

Title: DSP/Direct Support Professional
Reports to (Title): Residential Director/Supervisor Exempt/Non-exempt: Non-exempt
Position Overview:
An individual that provides a broad range of non-medical, supportive services, including bathing, nail and skin care, oral hygiene, toileting, safe transfers, range of motion, nutrition and fluid intake, medication administration, monitoring vital signs, participating in household activities and any other task appropriate according to the patient’s care plan.
Responsibilities:
Follows a client’s written Plan of Care and carries out duties as assigned by the supervisor
Communicate professionally, including making brief presentations to patient and caregivers
Observe and report any safety hazards found in the client’s home or any significant observations regarding the client
Observe, report, and document patient status and the care or service furnished
Accompany clients to appointments and events outside the home
Follow basic infection control procedures and universal precautions
Report abnormal findings in client’s condition to the supervisor
Report client/family complaints to the agency
Maintain client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA requirements
Accurately follow written and oral instructions
Attend staff meetings, case conferences, team meetings and educational in-services as required
Other duties as assigned
Possess the physical abilities to conduct the following:
o Frequently sit, stand, walk, bend or squat
o Occasionally crawl, climb, or reach above shoulder level o Occasionally lift up to and over 50 lbs
o Continuously see, hear, speak and use both hands
Required Qualifications:
At least 18 years of age
Able to read, write and follow directions
Complete and maintain current CPR certification
Complete PPD or Chest x-ray if applicable
Successfully complete Help at Home required training, pre-service, competency evaluation, and orientation
Work positively with clients, family, staff and external agencies
Demonstrate compassion toward all persons regardless of age or any physical or mental disability
If transporting clients, provide proof of active driver’s license and up to date auto insurance
Preferred Education and Experience:
High school graduate, or completion of the equivalent education
At least 6 months of experience providing care in a similar role
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. 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 upon request.
Help at Home, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or religion or other legally protected status.
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 upon request.
The above list reflects the essential functions and other job functions considered necessary of the job identified, and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job, or assigned by supervisory personnel. This job description is used as a guide only and not inclusive of responsibilities and job duties.
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