Direct Support Professional Job at Special Needs Unlimited
Special Needs Unlimited Morganza, LA
From $9 an hour
Direct Support Professional-Community Choice Waiver & Long Term-Personal Care Services programs.
Direct Support Professional - Looking for a 2nd job? Looking to supplement your current income? Come check us out! We work directly with elderly individuals and individuals with physical disabilities assisting the individual to become self-sufficient and integrated into his/her community by providing support with daily living including simple household chores and care in a manner that promotes dignity, and physical and mental health well-being.
These services are provided through the Community Choice Waiver and the Long Term-Personal Care Services programs. Work locations are in the New Roads and Morganza areas. The DSP assists the individual to lead a self-directed life while encouraging attitudes and behaviors which enhance community inclusion. Supporting a person with a disability may include at home, work, school, church, and other community places. A DSP also acts as an advocate for the individual supported to communicate their needs, self-expression, and goals. Our DSPs work various shifts, depending on the needs of the individual and their approved plan of care. Full-time, Part-time, and PRN hours available.
Job Duties:
Direct Support Professional - Looking for a 2nd job? Looking to supplement your current income? Come check us out! We work directly with elderly individuals and individuals with physical disabilities assisting the individual to become self-sufficient and integrated into his/her community by providing support with daily living including simple household chores and care in a manner that promotes dignity, and physical and mental health well-being.
These services are provided through the Community Choice Waiver and the Long Term-Personal Care Services programs. Work locations are in the New Roads and Morganza areas. The DSP assists the individual to lead a self-directed life while encouraging attitudes and behaviors which enhance community inclusion. Supporting a person with a disability may include at home, work, school, church, and other community places. A DSP also acts as an advocate for the individual supported to communicate their needs, self-expression, and goals. Our DSPs work various shifts, depending on the needs of the individual and their approved plan of care. Full-time, Part-time, and PRN hours available.
Job Duties:
- Complete required program orientation and training, and demonstrate competency.
- Assist with daily living skills including personal care- hygiene, bathing, toileting, dressing, ambulation, and transfer, etc.
- Assist individuals to develop social, recreational, and other independent living skills as appropriate.
- Meal preparation and general light housekeeping (e.g., laundry).
- Maintaining prescribed progress notes, timesheets, and respective documentation of all important events or changes during shifts worked timely, accurately, and legibly.
- Participation in the development of the CPOC/ISP (plan of care and individual support plan).
- Assist in transportation needs for school, work, and community activities when applicable.
- Assist in scheduling medical appointments.
- Maintain First Aid Certification and all other continuing training requirements as defined by agency policies and local or federal regulations.
- Represent the agency in a professional manner (individual supported, community).
- Promote health and well-being and protect individuals from harm.
- Advise the supervisor of all concerns promptly.
Job Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Possess a current Driver’s license, insurance, and reliable transportation.
- Valid proof of car insurance and annual inspection stickers.
- A minimum of one year’s experience working with an individual(s) with disabilities or have a combination of work experience and education.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrate ability to work as a team player.
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