Direct Support Professional - Caregiver : Job Details

FAST TRACK INTERVIEW: for an instant 5 minute interview, call +1 469 ### #### ext. 4871 or on mobile tap to call +146#######8,4871You'll hear from us within 24 hours after your interviewThe Direct Support Staff member is a direct support professional responsible for providing residential support services for the Home and Community-Based Service (HCS) and ICF-IDD program participants. The delivery of required Medicaid Waiver Home and Community-Based Services shall comply with the Evidentiary Certification Principles.Responsibilities and Duties

• The DSP directs personal assistance with daily living activities such as grooming, eating, bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene.
• The DSP assists with meal planning, preparation, and housekeeping.
• The DSP assists with ambulation and mobility as needed.
• The DSP secures and provides transportation.
• The DSP reinforces counseling and therapy activities.
• The DSP assists with medications and the performance of RN delegated tasks.
• The DSP supervises and assures individuals' health, safety, and security.
• The DSP facilitates community activities, natural support, social interaction, participation in leisure activities, and socially valued behavior.
• The DSP maintains regular attendance and timeliness in duties.
• The DSP maintains good work and personal ethics in dealing with co-workers and resident consumers.
• The DSP does not engage in activities other than official business during work hours.
• The DSP presents a neat, clean appearance; dressed appropriately for the job, and practices personal hygiene.
• The DSP adheres to Attendance Policy - Works when scheduled, beginning and ending work as expected; calls in according to policy; observes policies on break and lunch periods; uses work time appropriately, records all hours worked as instructed.
• The DSP reports incidents/injuries on time.
• The DSP cooperates in internal/external investigations.
• The DSP maintains the confidentiality of company and consumer information.
• The DSP participates and assists in developing the Personal Development Plan (PDP) for the individuals served.
• The DSP ensures implementation of the PDP as it relates to residential services.
• The DSP reports to the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) any problems, proposed program changes, the behavior of individuals served, concerns, training needs, medical concerns, dietary issues, etc.
• The DSP ensures documentation of behaviors, incidents, injuries, program data collection, medication data, and progress notes completed accurately and on time.
• The DSP performs all other duties as assigned by management.
• The DSP accepts direction and feedback from supervisors and follows through appropriately.

Qualifications and Skills

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Texas driver's license.
• Driving record that meets minimum standards, allowing for insurance coverage under the company's insurance.
• Clear background check, including criminal history.

FIND YOUR PASSION. BE UNIQUE. SHARE IT WITH OTHERS. Everyone at Caregiver, Inc. Company is committed to a common goal - creating a world-class experience for our individuals. We are passionate about what we do while making a difference. We work with integrity, accountability, transparency, and compassion in everything we do because we understand those we serve have a choice in providers. Our company provides care to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead their unique lives independently.We believe it's our job to take care of the PEOPLE (you) who take care of our PEOPLE (individuals we serve)! Therefore, we offer:

• FREE virtual doctor visits with a prescription DISCOUNT card for all employees and members of the employee's household.
• NO CREDIT CHECK bank accounts to all employees with cash advance opportunities through Branch Bank.
• $10,000 in tuition reimbursement annually to further your education endeavors for full-time eligible employees.
• $10,000 in life insurance for all employees at no cost
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Supplemental Insurance, and 401K for eligible employees.

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