Job Description

How you will change lives\xe2\x80\xa6The Direct Support Professional will assist in the following areas of personal care and development:Safety- Monitor and ensure safety 24/7; this may be eyes- on, one-on-one, 15 or 30 minute checks, etc.- Support crisis prevention, intervention, and resolutionRelationships- Establish collaborative relationships built on trust and empathy through consistent and meaningful communication- Foster a spirit of partnership with individuals served, the community, and other professionalsActivities and Daily Living Skills- Help build effective skills for problem-solving, communication, and independence- Assist person served to identify and/or participate in social and leisure interest and activities such as: transport/escort to stores, concerts, movies or in house social events (barbeques, movie nights, games, etc.)- Help person served with activities of daily living to include (but not limited to): get to and from places, dressed/undressed, bathe/shower, comb hair, trim nails, restroom assistance, and cookingHealth- Monitor vitals for any medical condition or illness- Promote positive behavior- Attend medical appointments and ensure accurate information is relayed between medical provider and care team- Understand, read, and assist in the implementation of medical, behavioral, and/or clinical team care plans and provide accurate, timely, and descriptive documentation of suchCommunity- Connect person served with opportunities or places in their community to develop relationships with others- Support community participation, volunteering, career goals or employment, and educational interestsAbout you\xe2\x80\xa6- You possess a strong desire to help others with empathy, patience, understanding, enthusiasm, and dedication- You exhibit characteristics of trustworthiness, integrity, and honesty- You respect diversity and inclusion- You demonstrate professionalism in communication, pleasantness, attendance, attention to accuracy and follow through, reliability, teamwork, and punctuality- You take part in continuous education, training, and personal development and growthWe are Hopeful you have\xe2\x80\xa6- High school diploma/ GED- Valid State of Michigan driver\xe2\x80\x99s license- Ability to lift 50 lbs.- Ability to become certified in CPR/First Aid- Commitment to scheduled shifts, assigned duties, and performance expectations- Possess basic computer skills

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