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Direct Support Professional- Mon-Fri 5p-10p, Sat 8a-11p (Personal Support)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $19.75
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
competitive pay
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
flexible spending accounts
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid Time Off
403b with employer match
employee recognition programs
employee referral bonus opportunities
discounts through Tickets at Work
Job Description
Chimes is a well-established not-for-profit organization dedicated to assisting individuals with intellectual and behavioral challenges. Operating through a broad network of national and international affiliates, Chimes delivers a comprehensive range of services that include educational, employment, vocational, residential, habilitative, and behavioral health support. The organization's mission focuses on enabling every person served to achieve their fullest potential by providing innovative and responsive solutions tailored to individual needs. With its extensive experience and deep commitment to improving lives, Chimes has become recognized for its compassionate and holistic approach to care and support.
Chimes is currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated Per... Show More
Chimes is currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated Per... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Commitment to enhancing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Must have a driver’s license and an acceptable driving record as determined by agency insurance and policy
- Must be able to lift, pull, and push weights that may exceed 50 pounds
- Willingness to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to complete required training and certifications
- Reliable attendance
- Adherence to agency policies and procedures
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Commitment to enhancing lives of people with intellectual disabilities
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Must have a driver’s license and acceptable driving record
- Ability to lift, pull, and push weights that may exceed 50 pounds
- Knowledge of routine and emergency medical procedures including CPR
- Experience in administering medications
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to maintain accurate records and reports
- Compassionate and patient demeanor
Job Duties
- Work in the residence of a person served as a personal support and be actively engaged with them
- Provide supervision and training to adults with developmental disabilities to promote growth toward their highest potential
- Ensure the house is personalized and individualized to each person’s preferences and personality
- Teach and instruct people served to do as much as possible for themselves per program plans
- Communicate with day program staff concerning individual programs when requested
- Communicate concerns related to persons served needs and house operations promptly to the Community Support Manager
- Utilize approved behavior plans and intervention strategies to enhance progress of goals
- Act as a positive role model for persons served and agency staff
- Assist with independent living skills including mobility, budgeting, personal hygiene, cleaning, bathing, toileting, nail care, and oral hygiene
- Monitor the whereabouts of persons served at all times during work hours
- Attend routine meetings with the BSS Program Manager or designee
- Be knowledgeable of routine and emergency medical procedures including CPR, vital signs, positioning, wheelchair usage, transfers, assistive devices, splints, dentures, and walkers
- Administer medication correctly and timely consistent with Physician Medical Order Form and Medication Administration Record
- Maintain cleanliness and safety of persons served at home
- Aid persons served in care and maintenance of personal belongings
- Complete appropriate records and reports like monthly reports, incident reports, seizure records, program activity logs, fire drill reports
- Clean home with the person served, do laundry, and prepare food according to approved menus and dietary restrictions
- Collect data relating to persons served progress according to agency policy
- Transport persons served to appointments, activities, and community outings
- Assume financial responsibility for agency and persons served funds and document accordingly
- Communicate medical concerns to the Registered Nurse and supervisor promptly
- Check all rooms at specified times to ensure safety and well-being
- Use approved crisis intervention techniques in emergencies
- Know location of important house records like fire drills, water temperatures, medical records, menus
- Attend religious services with the person served
- Contribute to a positive, enthusiastic, responsible, and courteous home and work atmosphere
- Work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Treat persons served with kindness, dignity, and respect at all times
- Use technology for job duties completion
- Attend work regularly as scheduled and in accordance with agency policy
- Participate in in-service training, staff meetings, and other professional development activities
- Work cooperatively with families, staff, supervisors, administrators, community professionals, customers, neighbors, vendors, and the public
- Abide by agency policies and procedures
- Assume other duties, responsibilities, and special projects as needed
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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