Do you enjoy providing individualized, 1:1 direct care? Do you enjoy working and collaborating with a small team?

Do you enjoy the independence of providing in-home and community supports?

Do you value making a positive difference in someone's life?

We are seeking qualified DSP candidates for an in-home, direct care position working with a compassionate and polite man in his late 30’s who loves to be social and engage in activities. He enjoys bowling, going for walks, going to the mall, swimming, volunteering, doing puzzles and playing games. Be prepared to actively participate in all activities and tasks with him.

This position will also require assisting the individual with all activities of daily living at home including the end-of-the-day routine and showering and toileting. We are looking for someone who is completely comfortable with providing total, hands-on care.

The job location is a private residence in Houston. We are looking for someone for 15-20 hours per week Monday through Friday from 5pm-8pm. More hours may be available in the future for the right match.

In addition to supporting activities of daily life, other supports may include: prompting through tasks, supporting his independence, problem solving, ensuring safety, companionship, community engagement, and driving him to go to different activities and explore the community.

We will provide training and support.

Our Ideal Candidate…

Is kind and fun

Is creative

Has a calm demeanor and is patient

Enjoys learning new skills

Enjoys problem-solving everyday issues

Enjoys adventures and going out in the community

Enjoys working with families

Can read and follow the Individual Support Plan (ISP)

Experienced Caregiver Will:

- Be responsible for the supervision, safety, and welfare of the individual at all times.

- Be responsible for establishing and maintaining a productive daily activity pattern by consistently facilitating the individual’s individual support plan (ISP).

- Provide assistance and/or supervision to the individual in the areas of community and social integration, healthcare management. - Serve as a member of the team for the development of ISP. Give feedback on an individual's performance in accomplishing goals and objectives of the ISP.

- Communicate information consistently and will be responsible for documenting incidents on appropriate forms and verbally relaying information to the Managing Employer (ME).

- Demonstrate basic knowledge to assure a safe and healthy environment for the client.

- Demonstrate recognition of, and properly report suspected abuse and neglect.

- Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

- Driver with own reliable vehicle; have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record

- COVID-19 vaccinated preferred

- Direct Support Professional experience preferred

- Be ok with pets

- Clean criminal background

- Have a High School Diploma or GED; some college coursework preferred.

- Have at least 6 months experience in caregiving or work experience as a Patient Care Technician

- Be 21 years of age or older

Hours:

- Monday-Friday, 5pm to 8pm

Pay:

- $20.00 per hour

Job Types:

- Part-time

Benefits:

- Mileage reimbursement

Work Location:

- In person

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 20 per week

Benefits:

• Mileage reimbursement

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Houston, PA 15342: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person