Direct Support Professional

Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide essential support and care to individuals with developmental disabilities in a home or community setting. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting clients in their daily activities, promoting their independence, and ensuring their safety and well-being. This role requires a strong commitment to resident rights and the ability to work collaboratively with families and other care providers.

Duties

• Provide personal care assistance, including bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Monitor patients' health conditions through regular observation and reporting any changes.
• Assist clients with mobility, including lifting and transferring as necessary.
• Support individuals in engaging in community activities and social interactions.
• Implement individualized care plans tailored to each client's needs.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations to protect patient confidentiality.
• Advocate for residents' rights and promote their dignity and independence.
• Administer prescribed medications appropriately.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients.
• Document daily activities, observations, and any incidents per organizational policies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of patient monitoring techniques and patient observation practices.
• Familiarity with working with people who have developmental disabilities is a plus.
• Understanding of resident rights and the importance of advocacy in care settings.
• Ability to lift clients safely using proper techniques.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Compassionate demeanor with a genuine desire to help others.
• Must be able to pass drug screening and background checks as required by state regulations.

Join our team of dedicated professionals who are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of those we serve. Your compassion can help enhance the quality of life for individuals in our care.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $ $14.00 per hour

Shift availability:

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

Ability to Commute:

• Montgomery, AL Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Montgomery, AL 36117: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person