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The Enrichment Center an affiliated Chapter of Arc is Hiring a Part Time (ASL Required)-Direct Support Professional (IDD) Near Salem, NC
C.N.A. Preferred or Experience working with Medically Fragile Individuals
Do you have a passion for working with individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities?
Are you a flexible, self-starter?
Are you dedicated to helping people live their lives as fully and as independently as possible?
Qualifications: Must have a valid NC Driver License, and dependable transportation. Must be willing to transport Individuals in your personal vehicle. Must be willing to work one-on-one with Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Must be willing to go into individual's homes to provide services.
All offers of employment are contingent based on candidates being able to pass pre-employment drug testing and criminal background check.
JOB DUTIES:
Must have the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Must know American Sign Language
Perform medical monitoring and health care related tasks such as checking and recording routine vital signs as assigned.
Document changes in behavior or health.
Must provide personal care.
Perform and assist with personal hygiene, grooming, feeding and ambulation as needed.
Assist with diapering, toileting, including using changing tables, toileting chairs, Hoyer lifts and ceiling track lifts.
Must be trained in medication administration.
Must be G-tube trained.
Must be able to lift 50-60 pounds on a daily basis.
Must be able to perform physically demanding duties.
Completes documentation within 24 hours of service delivery.
Encourage self-help activities.
Provides Transportation if needed.
Reinforces positive behaviors and promotes social interaction.
Monitors and documents progress of each assigned individual’s goals throughout the day.
Helps develop new skills and interests.
Work with team and communicates issues related to individual served.
Ensure individuals safety and maintain a safe environment.
Provides support and direction to achieve goals listed in individuals served Person-Centered plan.
Maintains contact with individual served at all times, unless other arrangements have been made.
Assists with program details to meet the needs and interests of individual members.
Observes individual served to ensure their safety.
Arrives on time, prepared to begin work with individual when their day begins.