What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional (DSP) - ID position at Fitzmaurice Community Services, Inc.?
***PAID TRAINING***
No experience required
Days/Hours: Morning Shifts, Second Shifts, and Third Shifts available
We have multiple shifts at multiple locations in the Stroudsburg area available.
GENERAL SUMMARY: (General Purpose of the Job)
Performs duties as delegated by Residential Manager in licensed community residential facility for persons with intellectual disabilities (ID).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Primary Responsibilities)
Some duties and responsibilities vary in intensity and frequency depending on the program.
- Provide a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic living environment for persons in a community residential setting.
- Encourage, guide and train individuals in developing daily living skills in a community residential setting.
- Assist individuals in maintaining their physical health and hygiene.
- Medication Administration
- Assist in organizing and participating in leisure/recreation activities.
- Demonstrate and coach the individuals using approved techniques and strategies.
- Participate in the maintenance of overall operation of a community residential setting.
- Follow Agency policy and procedures.
- To participate in the ongoing communication regarding program planning and implementation for individuals.
- Document activities on your shift
QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:
- 18 years or older
- Pass and maintain Medication Certification standard
- Valid U.S. Driver’s License and able to be insured on company policy
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Candidate will have ability to function in a team environment.
- Candidate will have ability to work well with individuals and have the physical ability to assist with personal care such as: transferring individual for bathing, household tasks, and grocery shopping.
- Properly perform the techniques taught in CPR-AED/ First Aid.
- Properly preform lifting and carrying techniques up to 25lbs.
- Candidate will behave in professional manner; complete training programs; attend required meetings
- Unconventional Schedules; Fitzmaurice operates programs and services 24/7, 365 days per year
- Basic computer skills
- Maintain annual required training hours for position
Job Types: Full-time & Part-time
Wage: $18.00 per hour
Benefits (eligibility based on position):
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
EOE
Salary : $18
