What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional- Up to $22/hour position at Delta-T Group Inc.?
With over 35 years in business, Delta-T Group has built a reputation for referring highly qualified professionals for rewarding short and long-term independent contract opportunities.
Our Client is seeking a motivated professional to work as a Direct Support Professional in Leesburg, VA.
SUMMARY OF CLIENT'S DESCRIPTION OF THIS OPPORTUNITY
* Provide support and care to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities within a residential setting.
* Communicate with Individual's families, members of their IDT, day program, and other providers of services.
* Instruct, support, and participate in household tasks including light housekeeping, preparing meals, changings, administering medication, etc.
* Prepare food according to developed menus, menu protocols, Individual's likes, dislikes, and prescribed diet.
* Assist in developing daily living skills by identifying and meeting social, environmental and health care needs.
* Transport Individuals and/or provide mobility training to assist Individuals attend appointments, community rehabilitation programs, grocery shopping, etc.
* Attend client's staff meetings, training in-services, house and program meetings as instructed
* Ensure compliance with VOAC program requirements, environment-specific rules, as well as regulations from all monitoring entities.
CLIENT'S REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
* Minimum of 6 months to one year of Direct Support Professional or similar experience
* Medication Certification highly preferred
* Valid Driver's License
* Driving record required
* CPR/First Aid Certification
* TB required
CLIENT'S HOURS
* Day Program: Monday-Friday from 8:00am-4:00pm
DTG ADVANTAGES
* Establish a relationship with one of the nation's largest referral agencies for behavioral-health
* Increase or decrease your schedule at your discretion: choose opportunities that best fit your schedule.
* Compensation processed weekly
* Access to a broad array of client opportunities
* Ability to grow professionally