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AccessAbilities · 1 week ago

Waiver Direct Support Professional--Evenings, Overnights, Weekends

Merrillville, Indiana

Full-time, Part-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

AccessAbilities is dedicated to creating independent, fulfilling lives for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. As a Waiver Direct Support Professional (DSP), you'll guide individuals toward greater independence, assisting them with daily living tasks and fostering a sense of community and belonging.

Child CareElder CareHealth Care

Responsibilities

Daily Living Support: Assist with activities like personal hygiene, dressing, grooming, and bathing to help individuals maintain their independence

Medication Management: Administer and document medications accurately, ensuring compliance with prescribed health plans and monitoring side effects

Meal Planning and Nutrition: Help with grocery shopping, meal planning, and food preparation to ensure nutritional needs are met

Financial Support: Assist individuals with budgeting, managing finances, and planning for future goals

Behavioral Support: Implement behavior strategies and document progress as outlined in individualized support plans

Health & Wellness: Accompany individuals to medical appointments, ensuring health-related tasks are completed with dignity and respect

Create Safe Environments: Maintain and encourage a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment, helping individuals with household tasks

Transportation Support: Drive individuals to medical appointments and community activities

Qualification

Medication ManagementDaily Living SupportBehavioral SupportTechnology ProficiencyCommunication SkillsCompassionateRespectfulCore ValuesTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommitment to Growth

Required

Availability: Full-time or Part-time, Overnight shifts Tuesday-Sunday; Evening shifts Monday, Thursday, Friday; Weekend shifts Saturday and Sunday

Age: Must be 18 years or older

Driving: Must have a valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and auto insurance coverage

Experience: Experience in the human services field is a plus, but we're happy to provide training for the right candidates who are passionate about helping others

Skills: Strong communication, time management, and organizational skills. You'll need to multitask and manage multiple priorities with empathy and patience

Commitment to Growth: We're looking for employees who take initiative and are eager to grow professionally within the organization

Technology Proficiency: Ability to use basic software applications and complete documentation as required

Compassionate and Respectful: A deep respect for the individuality of the people you'll be supporting and their personal choices

Core Values: We're looking for employees who embody our core values of Proactive, Driven, Problem Solver, and Growth Minded