What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support position at Danville Services?
**Direct Support Staff**
Are you looking to make a difference in people's lives? Do you want a job that is more than just a paycheck? Are you empathetic and compassionate? Help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities achieve their own unique desired quality of life!
Our Direct Support Professionals help people find joy living in their own homes. A perfect job for those interested in the fields of nursing, medical supports, social work, behavior supports, and therapy, but anyone with a desire to help others will find it rewarding and meaningful. Teach skills, support with daily needs, and grow together as you form meaningful and empowering relationships. Ensure that no voice goes unheard, and no joy goes unnoticed!
**Responsibilities**
Are you looking to make a difference in people's lives? Do you want a job that is more than just a paycheck? Are you empathetic and compassionate? Help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities achieve their own unique desired quality of life!
Our Direct Support Professionals help people find joy living in their own homes. A perfect job for those interested in the fields of nursing, medical supports, social work, behavior supports, and therapy, but anyone with a desire to help others will find it rewarding and meaningful. Teach skills, support with daily needs, and grow together as you form meaningful and empowering relationships. Ensure that no voice goes unheard, and no joy goes unnoticed!
**Responsibilities**
- Patience and Understanding
- Joy and Laughter
- Creativity and Enthusiasm
- Willingness to pass a background investigation
- Provide compassionate care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities in a group home setting
- Assist individuals with daily living activities (ADLs) such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication management
- Observe and report any changes in individuals' behavior or health status
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for residents
- Foster effective communication and build positive relationships with individuals and their families
- Collaborate with team members to ensure the highest quality of care
- Strong caregiving skills with a focus on supporting individuals with developmental disabilities
- Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with individuals and their families
- Ability to assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) and provide care
- Experience in group home settings or long-term care is a plus, but not required
- Basic knowledge of first aid and safety protocols is beneficial
- Willingness to learn and adapt in a caregiving environment
- No Prior Experience Necessary We Will Train You!***
- Experience with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities, including autism, acquired brain injury, down syndrome, and many other unique needs
- DSP caregiving skills
- Knowledge of medical, psychological, and social supports
- Positive Behavior Supports, relationship building, and communication skills