Direct Support Professional / Youth Caregiver
Core
Mentor, coach, and role model leading person-centered activities to help children and teens with intellectual/developmental disabilities learn life skills, build independence, and participate in daily routines.
Role type
Direct Support Professional (Youth Caregiver)
Builds
Residential support programs for youth with disabilities
Domain
Social Services / Disability Support
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Life skills instruction, supervision, personal care assistance, medication administration, housekeeping, laundry, documentation, collaboration
Preferred skills
Patience, creativity, dedication, reading/writing skills
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Teach and role-model life skills, provide supervision and encouragement, assist with meal prep and personal care, perform housekeeping and laundry, create a safe environment, document care and follow support plans
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on IC