Job Location : Abilene,TX, USA
Direct Support Professional
Caregiver is a leading Texas-based provider of services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) that supports clients with the design, delivery, and management or personalized treatment plans in order to help them lead their best lives. We are looking for Direct Support Professionals to join our team!
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.
Essential Responsibilities / Job Duties
The Direct Support Professional may be assigned other duties and responsibilities as directed by the Residential Coordinator.
* Directs personal assistance with daily living activities such as: grooming, eating, bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene
* Documents Service Delivery Logs
* Assists with meal planning and preparation and housekeeping
* Assists with ambulation and mobility as needed
* Secures and provides transportation
* Reinforces counseling and therapy activities
* Assists with medications and the performance of RN delegated tasks
* Supervises and assures of individuals' health, safety, and security
* Facilitates inclusion in community activities, use of natural supports, social interaction, participation in leisure activities, and development of socially valued behavior.
* Maintains regular attendance and timeliness in duties.
* Maintains good work and personal ethics in dealing with co-workers and resident consumers.
* Does not engage in activities other than official business during work hours
* Presents a neat, clean appearance; dressed appropriately for the job.
* Reports incidents/injuries in a timely manner.
* Perform all other duties as assigned by management.
* Cooperates in internal/external investigations.
Qualifications
* A high school education or its equivalent is preferred.
* Some previous experience in supporting/assisting those with disabilities is preferred.
* Must be eighteen (18) years of age.
* Valid driver's license and a good driving record.
* Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
* Satisfactory completion of criminal background checks as required by federal and/or state laws and any other post-offer, pre-employment screenings as mandated by a governing agency or the company.
Why join Caregiver?
Fulfilling work
Our mission is to enable people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead their unique lives with dignity, independence, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a world-class experience for the individuals we serve.
Family Culture
Inspired by the company's founders more than 30 years ago, we work hard to keep that family feel across each of our locations. We want to be your home away from home.
Professional Growth Opportunities
95% of our organizational leaders started as direct care professionals. By taking a proactive approach in our employee's growth and professional development, we mitigate employee turnover, increase employee satisfaction, and drive productivity.
Benefits:
* FREE virtual doctor visits and prescription DISCOUNT card for ALL Full-Time employees AND family, save hundreds per visit!
* NO CREDIT CHECK bank accounts to all employees with cash advance opportunities.
* $10,000 in tuition reimbursement annually for full-time eligible employees.
* $10,000 in life insurance for all employees at no cost.
* Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life Insurance
* 401K
For more information on our organization, please visit our website
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