Direct Support Professional (Developmental Disability)

Nirvana Residential Services, is seeking a dynamic DSP to work within the Forest/Lynchburg Va. Area.

Work Schedule needed:

(1) Third-shift full-time (10pm - 8am)

(1) Part-time third shift (9pm - 8am)

(1) Part-time (4pm - 9pm) or (6pm - 10pm)

Full time positions required to work every other weekend

The ideal candidate
Proficient in :
* Person-centered approach
* Health and safety precautions
* Demonstrated flexibility, reliability, and leadership ability
* Emotional maturity and patience
* Verbal/written/typing/computer and communication skills
* creative thinking and the ability to work independently
* Observing change and a strong attention to details
* Supporting adults with developmental disabilities

*ASL a plus

Acquired:

* High school diploma or GED * *
_** 32-hour medication administration course *_
_** One consecutive year working with adults with developmental disabilities *_
_** CPR and First Aid (preferred) *_
_** Driver’s license and an acceptable driving record *_
_** Pass a criminal background check *_
*** Ability to handle physical aspects of job, including bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, and walking for periods at a time

_Job Duties: _

_ _* Performing personal care task, including assistance with basic personal hygiene and grooming, medical monitoring, and health care related task. Fostering positive relationships between individuals served and their housemates and document services provided. Ensuring individuals safety and maintaining a safe environment. Reporting/document changes in individual’s health/behavior conditions. Light housekeeping, laundry, and other required cleaning. Meal planning, shopping, “ PREPARING”, “COOKING*” and serving balanced meals as required by individual needs. Transporting individuals to scheduled appointments and errands. Performing other duties as assigned. The ability to handle physical aspects of job, including; bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching and walking for periods at a time.

PREVIOUS APPLICANTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

Pay: $15.50 - $18.00 per hour

Work Location: In person