Caregiver

What You Get To Do:
A Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver provides direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals with mental, intellectual & developmental, and physical disabilities. The ultimate goal is to empower individuals with disabilities to live as independently and comfortably as possible while maintaining their dignity and respect.
Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals we serve.
Perform housekeeping and laundry duties.
Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene and more.
What Makes You A Great Fit:
18 years or older
Valid driver's license required (due to transporting persons served)
Candidates must be comfortable driving to transport persons served as required
Some positions/locations may require your own personal vehicle and auto liability insurance based on the role
Some positions may require behavior management skills/experience and experience with high medical needs
Person-centered, patient, and kind
Dependable, adaptable, flexible
Observant and detail oriented
Positive role-model for others and able to work on a team
Committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment
Computer skills for documentation
Good communication is key in this role. You’ll rely on your reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members.
A successful background clearance is required as part of the onboarding/employment process

Skills
Onboarding, Documentation

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No