Direct Support Professional

Overview

Join our dedicated team as a Direct Support Professional (personal assistan)and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with diverse needs. In this vital role, you will provide compassionate, personalized care to promote independence, safety, and well-being. Whether supporting residents in group homes, assisted living facilities, or community settings, your positive attitude and proactive approach will help create a nurturing environment where clients feel valued and empowered. This paid position offers an opportunity to develop your caregiving skills while making a lasting impact on the lives of those you serve.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with activities of daily living (ADLs), including personal hygiene, dressing, grooming, and mobility support using proper patient transfer methods such as Hoyer lifts and manual handling techniques.
• Monitor patients’ vital signs, observe for changes in health status, and document observations accurately in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Administer medications and follow care plans meticulously to ensure safe and effective patient care.
• Support residents with meal preparation, feeding assistance, and maintaining nutritional needs aligned with dietary guidelines.
• Provide companionship and emotional support while encouraging participation in community activities and social engagement.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment by performing light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning resident areas and ensuring infection control standards are met.
• Communicate effectively with clients, families, healthcare teams, and supervisors to coordinate care and report any concerns promptly.

Requirements

• Prior experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, autism, dementia (including Alzheimer’s care), or neurodevelopmental disorders is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of patient care techniques including patient monitoring, medication administration, first aid, CPR certification, and vital signs measurement.
• Experience working in group homes, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, home health settings or hospice care is advantageous.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and assist with manual handling tasks safely while adhering to safety protocols.
• Strong understanding of resident’s rights, HIPAA compliance, and confidentiality standards.
• Excellent communication skills to foster positive relationships with clients and team members.
• Flexibility to work various shifts including evenings, weekends or holidays as needed.

Join us in providing exceptional care that promotes dignity and independence for every individual we serve! This paid position is perfect for compassionate caregivers eager to grow their expertise in senior care, home & community care experience, or supporting individuals with disabilities across diverse settings.

Work Location: In person