Direct Support Professional

Position Details

32-40 Hours/Week
Monday - Friday & Possibly Saturday

Essential Job Functions

• Implement strategies to assist the individual in obtaining their outcome as stated in the (ISP) Individual Support Plan.
• Complete documentation to substantiate services(s) being delivered. (EVV, daily service note).
• Assist the Individual and the Individual’s interdisciplinary team in the development and maintenance of the Individual’s ISP (Individual Support Plan).
• Immediately reports any changes or problems in the Individuals condition to manager.
• Always adhere to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries.
• Assist individuals reach their goals to be more independent by offering guidance, instruction, and role modeling.
• Actively search for opportunities for those you serve to experience life in their homes and communities based on their hobbies and interests.
• Support the individuals' preferences and ensure their interests are honored.
• Assist individuals in the development of appropriate life skills necessary to reach their highest level of potential including interaction with others, cooking, housekeeping, budgeting, personal hygiene, etc.
• Ensure the health and safety of the Individual.

Requirements

• The desire to assist individuals to live life to its fullest
• A high school diploma or equivalency
• Active driver’s license, current automobile insurance, current car registration and current car inspection if transporting
• Willingness to accompany those you serve into the community and provide support and assistance in interactions while maintaining sensitivity to the civil and human rights and dignity of the individual
• Must be 18 or older
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed
• Eligibility for State Police Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse History Clearance
• FBI clearance required for individuals who do not meet PA residency requirements

Other Skills/Abilities

• Must be able to always adhere to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries
• Ability to recognize incidents and report them
• Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations
• Attention to detail
• Time Management
• Strong commitment to excellence
• Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution
• Excellent organization and communication skills
• Quick-thinking and astute decision-making skills

Physical Demands

• Must be able to speak, write, read, and understand English
• Occasional lifting, caring, pushing and pulling of up to 25 pounds
• Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting
• Must be able to sit and climb stairs
• Must have visual and hearing acuity

Environment

• Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditions.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Why Work for Aveanna?

• Thorough training
• Flexible schedules
• Electronic charting
• Access to a clinical supervisor 24/7
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Advancement opportunities
• Weekly pay via multiple payment options