DSP
Part-timeHCAOA (Home Care Association of America)
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Job overview
HCAOA (Home Care Association of America) is hiring a DSP. Homewatch Caregivers® is seeking a compassionate Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide non-medical, in-home care to adults with intellectual disabilities. The role involves assisting clients in their preferred residence, focusing on promoting independence and ensuring their safety and well-being. The ideal candidate will be empathetic, patient, and possess strong communication skills.
Key focus areas include Supervise and assist client in safely preparing meals and ensuring proper nutrition, Assist with all ADLs, including bathing, dressing, toileting, brushing teeth etc., and Interact and engage with client.
Successful candidates bring Flexibility On Hours, Reliable Transportation, and Current Tuberculosis (PPD) Test. Preferred (not required): Kindness, Compassion, Empathetic, and Patience.
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Full job description
Benefits:
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Bonus based on performance
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Competitive salary
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Paid time off
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Signing bonus
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Training & development
*Direct Support Professionals don’t change people but offer them a safe place to thrive independently. *
Homewatch Caregivers® is a non-medical, in-home care agency. We provide unique care to adults of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities in the comfort and safety of their preferred residence. We are currently seeking a female DSP who is kind, compassionate, and has experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Those with intellectual disabilities may struggle to recognize and/or express their needs and emotions, causing them to become agitated. An empathetic, patient individual with an open mind and strong communication skills would be an ideal fit for this population.
WILL NEED THE DSP TO HAVE FLEXIBILITY ON HOURS-- THEY ARE TBD AND MAY CHANGE
Responsibilities/Job Duties
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Supervise and assist client in safely preparing meals and ensuring proper nutrition.
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Assist with all ADLs, including bathing, dressing, toileting, brushing teeth etc.
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Interact and engage with client
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Make frequent checks to ensure safety
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Assist with light housekeeping
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Help client identify and achieve various goals
Benefits of Homewatch Caregivers®
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Accrued PTO/Holiday Pay
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Multiple Bonus Opportunities
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Biweekly Competitive Pay
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Direct Deposit
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Sign on Bonus
Required to Apply
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Must have reliable transportation
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2 years' Experience with disabilities preferred
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Must have a current Tuberculosis (PPD) Test
** 2-Step Skin Injection/Chest X-ray/Quantiferon Blood Work) **
Our work is about helping humanity. Call (267) 500-1800 to speak with our recruiter on the phone or apply online today to schedule an interview! You can change the world one home at a time.
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