Direct Support Professional

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Vienna Meadows serves the most amazing people with Developmental Disabilities We are looking for compassionate and fun loving people to help support all who live and work there. How will YOU make a difference in their lives?

No experience? No problem We offer paid training

We are hiring for: PART-TIME POSITIONS ONLY

2nd shift 3p-11p:
Part time ~ Several part time weekend positions available for every other Saturday and Sunday WEEKEND WARRIORS NEEDED

About the Company

At Empowering People Inc, our mission is to empower and support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities such as Autism, Down Syndrome or Cerebral Palsy. We believe that every person should make decisions that directly affect their lives and we help them along that journey.

Direct Support Professional Job Description

Direct support professionals (DSPs) are people who work directly with Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in their homes and in their community, the DSP is responsible to provide direct services including, but not limited to: assisting in maintaining a clean, safe living environment, meal preparation and completion of various household tasks; supervising, teaching, and assisting the individual in every aspect of their life, with the goals of fostering increased independence, choice and empowerment. A DSP may provide transportation and supports to a Individual at home, work, school, church, and other community places. A DSP is also an advocate, helping people in communicating needs, self-expression, and goals as well as assuring justice and equality in community life.

Direct Support Professional Specific Job Duties

• Respect individual rights and confidentiality. Be a role model, promote teamwork and help to make a positive work and living environment.
• Read, know, and implement Individual's Service Plan, documenting as required.
• Remain alert to individuals' behavior/physical changes and notify immediate supervisor. Report all pertinent medical information to nurses and follow nurses' directions.
• Assist with daily living needs, including but not limited to: medication administration, nutrition, meals, hygiene, personal care, exercise, housekeeping, communication, and socialization skills

Additional Requirements

• Excellent knowledge of emergency response and first aid (CPR)
• Willingness to be trained to assist with daily medication administration and health related tasks
• Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints
• Valid Driving License with clean driving record < 6 points
• Willingness to adhere to rules and regulations
• Physical endurance
• High school diploma or equivalent and willingness to pass medications

We offer EXCELLENT BENEFITS for eligible employees including tuition reimbursement for health related education including nursing school, company paid life insurance for you and supplemental plans for your family, partial company match 401(k) to plan for your future, wellness programs up to $200 for gym memberships or smart watches, medical/dental/vision/supplemental insurances and MUCH more

COME Be part of our amazing team and make a difference in others' lives while earning a competitive wage and enjoying excellent benefits

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $ $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid orientation
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• South Vienna, OH Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• South Vienna, OH 45369: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person