What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional - PT position at LIFESPAN Services Troutman?
Entry Level Job Applicants Welcome!
If making a lasting difference in someone's life is a priority for you and your career goals, we want to help you get there. LIFESPAN is hiring compassionate, hardworking, friendly, and reliable Direct Support Professionals to support people with disability in the home and community setting.
No previous experience in behavioral health services? No problem! We'll provide you the training you need.
What we do:
LIFESPAN’s mission is to empower children and adults with disabilities by providing education, employment and enrichment opportunities to live, work and play in their communities. We focus on the interests of each individual we support to ensure their well-being, dignity and right of choice. As a Community Enrichment Specialist, YOU are the MVP of our organization by providing personalized 1:1 care. In return, LIFESPAN is committed to helping you succeed by providing a supportive team environment, training, growth and development, and career advancement. Join our team of passionate and caring professionals to make a meaningful difference in people's lives.
What you’ll get:
- Competitive pay
- Flexible schedules including full and part time opportunities
- Paid training
- Full time employees have access to benefits including paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; 403b retirement plan with employer match; and perks galore!
What you’ll do:
- Teach skills to promote independence.
- Support community inclusion and integration.
- Mentor individuals to help build social skills and relationships.
- Provide guidance and support in daily activities.
- Assist with eating, bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, and other activities of daily living.
- Assist with preparation of meals.
- Monitor and report on status of health and safety objectives.
- Assist with participation in leisure/recreational activities.
- Use electronic health record to document activities and significant events.
- Submit documentation and payroll data according to scheduled deadlines.
- Complete initial and ongoing training, and participate in staff development activities.
- Depending on the person you support, you may be required to:
- Administer medications. Training is provided. Nursing team supports you.
- Provide transportation to and from designated sites.
- Assist people with mobility needs, e.g. utilize transfer techniques, a Hoyer lift and/or gait belt. Training is provided.
What you need:
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Possess a valid driver’s license for a minimum of two consecutive years
- Pass criminal record and healthcare registry check
- Pass driving record check if providing transportation
- High school graduate or equivalent (GED)
- Commitment to achieve competency in required knowledge, skills, and abilities
- Note: Current First Aid/CPR blended or classroom certification is required. If you do not currently have certification from an approved provider, our American Red Cross certified instructors will provide you the training.
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds independently (per policy)
LIFESPAN is committed to a culture that inspires longevity, latitude, creativity, balance, and fulfillment. LIFESPAN is an equal opportunity employer.