Bi-Weekly Live In Direct Support Professional
Core
Provide direct support, hands-on instruction, and assistance to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) in a live-in model.
Role type
Direct Support Professional (Live-in)
Builds
Person-centered supports for individuals with I/DD
Domain
Healthcare / Social Services / Intellectual Disabilities
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Mobility and transfer assistance, Positive behavior support, Activities of daily living (ADL) assistance, Meal preparation, Light housekeeping, Mechanical lift device operation
Preferred skills
1 year of caregiving experience supporting individuals with I/DD
Technologies
Mechanical lift devices
Responsibilities
Enrich and support residents' lives while maintaining a safe environment, Provide companionship and encourage independence, Assist with dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, and eating, Prepare meals and snacks, Perform light housekeeping and laundry, Provide mobility and transfer assistance, Implement positive behavior supports and de-escalate challenging behaviors