Are you a passionate person? Do you believe you are the best caregiver in your county area? Do you enjoy giving time to those that could benefit from it? Would you like to use this talent to make a difference in the community and in someone’s life? We are seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our team as Direct Support Professionals. As a Direct Support Professional, you will play a vital role in providing care and support to individuals with diverse needs, including those with autism, dementia, and individuals requiring hospice care. Your primary responsibility will be to assist individuals in their daily activities and ensure their well-being.

Duties:
- Provide direct support and assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication administration.
- Implement behavior management strategies to promote positive behaviors and ensure the safety of individuals.
- Assist individuals with mobility, transfers, and ambulation as needed.
- Monitor and record vital signs of individuals under your care.
- Create a supportive and nurturing environment for individuals with diverse needs.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Document observations, progress, and any incidents or changes in behavior.

Qualifications:
- Previous experience in direct support or a related field is preferred but not required.
- Knowledge of CPR and First Aid procedures and ability to respond effectively in emergency situations.
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with individuals, their families, and the healthcare team.
- Ability to provide compassionate care while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Experience working with individuals with Disabilities like but not limited to autism, dementia, assisted living or hospice care etc.
- High school diploma or equivalent is required; additional certifications in healthcare or related fields are beneficial.

Here at Med A Quest, our mission and goal are to enable people with developments, Behavioral, intellectual, etc., disabilities to become more active and more comfortable at home and in their communities. This rewarding career allows us as a team the opportunity to provide the highest possible care to all our clients. Our compassion provides a positive impact and meets all the care needs in the lives of our clients.

If this career is for you, if you want to make a difference, we invite you to apply and become part of our team. We have

-Part time Hours

- Flexible Hours

- Training

- Excellent Competitive Compensation

- Great Support

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.90 - $20.45 per hour

Expected hours: 1 – 25 per week

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• After school
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person