Direct Support Professional work as a team to provide training and support to individuals who require assistance to live in the community. Duties include:
- transporting consumers to and assisting them with activities
- training and assisting consumers in completing household chores (cooking, cleaning, laundry, hygiene)
- supervising administration of medications
- providing input regarding client needs and progress in interdisciplinary meetings
- monitoring consumers for safety and reporting any concerns to supervisor or RN
Knowledge, Skills, and Essential Functions
- Excellent written communication and computer keyboarding for documenting training
- Excellent verbal communication with consumers, staff, and community providers
- Stooping, bending, sitting, standing for prolonged periods and lifting 50-75 pounds
- Ability to be CPR and PMAB certified
- Valid driver's license, liability insurance, and reliable transportation required
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED
- 6 Months work experience with individuals with developmental disabilities strongly preferred
Hours: As needed
Salary: $10.50/hour
Location: 102 Jane Groesbeck, TX
Department: Group Home
This is a prn position