What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSP (Direct Support Professional) position at Heart Harmony Residential, LLC?
If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at Heart Harmony Residential!
Job Summary:
Provides support for individuals and/or groups of persons with disabilities in the community. Assists the person(s) receiving services in identifying and communicating his or her requests and needs for services and supports. Implements services and supports to address the person’s goals and desired outcomes as identified through each person’s Centered Plan. Seek to understand the individuals in the context of their personal history, their social and family networks, and their hopes and dreams for the future. Relies on direction and supervision to accomplish the job.
We are hiring Direct Support Professionals –
WEEKEND SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Job Responsibilities:
- Assist with Health and Safety Procedures
- Assist with People Supported Development
- Assists with Person Supported Community Life
- Provides Support to team members and supervisors
- Assists with person centered plan and outcomes
- Assists with medical requests
- Assist with data collection and reporting
Position Requirements:
- At least 18 years of age
- High School Diploma/ GED
- Valid drivers’ license
Physical requirements to perform essential functions of the job included:
- Regularly required to lift 30 lbs.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 70 lbs.
- Must be able to pull a minimum of 50lbs.
- Must be able to squat, kneel, crawl, crouch, climb, and stop.
- Must be able to regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
- Required to regularly stand and walk.
- Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in CPR from the floor level requiring to work on hands, knees, bending, standing and lifting.
- Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.
Why Should You Apply?
- Ability to help others and make a difference
- Ability to join a team of dedicated caregivers, where you will be a valued member of a care team, enabling people Heart Harmony Residential, LLC supports identify and achieve personal goals, experience, meaningful days, participated in the community, and live more independently.
- Multiple schedules, offer flexibility
- Opportunities for training and advancement
Pay: Up to $16.00 per hour
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- DSP: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16