Direct Support Professional

Written By Whitney Prather

JOB DESCRIPTION 

Alpha Personal Care is seeking committed and dynamic Direct Support Professionals for our residential locations across Stark and Summit County. We provide all necessary training to our employees. 


Provide care for individuals experiencing developmental or intellectual disabilities. Main duties include following Individual Support Plans (ISPs), helping Individuals complete basic personal care and housekeeping tasks, transporting Individuals to appointments or other social outings, and keeping Individuals safe from potential health hazards in their surrounding environments. 

JOB TYPE
Full-Time, Part-Time 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Implement Individual Support Plan (ISP) programs, plans, and services. 

  • Provide personal assistance with hygiene, toileting, bathing, eating, and other activities of daily living as each individual needs or as outlined in ISP. 

  • Complete ongoing accurate and relevant log notes that address individuals’ personal outcomes.

  • Assist and train clients with all areas of daily living skills.

  • Coach, teach, and mentor people with developmental and intellectual disabilities. 

  • Follow the cleaning and maintenance schedule to ensure the residents’ homes are safe and clean.

  • Transport and accompany clients to appointments or activities in the community.

  • Participate in training and team meetings as assigned by the supervisor.

  • Complete and document emergency drills as scheduled. 

  • Communicate positively and effectively with other employees, house managers, Individual Guardians, and SSA’s.

  • Review and sign all Individuals’ documents (ISPs, BSP’s, etc) as required. 

  • Ensure that all Individuals are free from abuse and neglect in the home and when out in the community.

  • Respond in a timely manner to request from management regarding work-related tasks, issues, or items.  


REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

  • Valid driver’s license; Safe driving record (less than 6 pts.)

  • Reliable transportation and automobile insurance

  • Criminal background check that meet agency and state standards

  • Willing to work various shifts


PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Relevant experience working with individuals with disabilities (1 year)

  • Experience as a caregiver (1 year)

  • Experience as a Direct Support Professional (1year)


SALARY
$15.00 per hour (starting)


BENEFITS
ALL employees working a minimum of 20hrs per week are eligible for the following benefits:

  • Healthcare Insurance

  • Dental Insurance

  • Vision Insurance

  • Life Insurance

  • Paid Trainings

Full time employees also receive

  • 401(k) matching 

  • Paid Time Off


Whitney Prather https://www.yokefellowcreative.com
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