What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Northeast Arc?
Northeast Arc is looking for a dedicated Direct Support Professional to join the team in Gloucester, MA!
Schedule - Sunday 9am-5pm (Awake), Monday 3pm-11pm (Awake), Tuesday 3pm-11pm (Awake) 11pm-12am (Asleep), Wednesday 3pm-9pm
Pay: $23.50-$24.50, $15 for Sleep shifts
Major Responsibilities
About Northeast Arc
The goal of the Northeast Arc is to ensure that children and adults with disabilities are able to live, work, engage in civic life and play in the community. We work toward that goal by offering a wide variety of programs including Autism Services, Day Habilitation, Deaf Services, Early Intervention, Employment Services, Family Support, Personal Care Assistance, Recreation, Residential and Transition Services.
Schedule - Sunday 9am-5pm (Awake), Monday 3pm-11pm (Awake), Tuesday 3pm-11pm (Awake) 11pm-12am (Asleep), Wednesday 3pm-9pm
Pay: $23.50-$24.50, $15 for Sleep shifts
Major Responsibilities
- Provide Direct Care and support the clinical and social needs of the individuals receiving services.
- Document accurately and thoroughly, including in Inter-Team Communication Logs, Health Records, Daily Data Books and Fire Drill Logs as outlined in Northeast Arc Policy and Procedures
- Facilitate meaningful community experiences for each individual that foster skill acquisition, relationship building and independence.
- Provide hands-on support at the home, including individualized supports in transferring, bathing, and grooming, and following specific dining protocols and treatments.
- Administer medications according to Northeast Arc Policies and Procedures and MAPs Regulations. Support Drs appointments, ER and hospital visits and contact on-call nursing appropriately.
- Maintain a safe work environment by following Universal Precautions, ensuring that emergency exits are always clear and accessible, and maintaining staffing ratios as outlined in contracts with funding agencies and House Safety Plans.
- Valid driver's license required
- HS Diploma/GED.
- At least 1 year of Human Service Experience strongly preferred.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, stand for periods of time, bend, push wheelchairs, and provide physical intervention as necessary.
- Preferred certifications: MAP, CPR, and FA
About Northeast Arc
The goal of the Northeast Arc is to ensure that children and adults with disabilities are able to live, work, engage in civic life and play in the community. We work toward that goal by offering a wide variety of programs including Autism Services, Day Habilitation, Deaf Services, Early Intervention, Employment Services, Family Support, Personal Care Assistance, Recreation, Residential and Transition Services.
Salary : $24 - $25