Direct Support Professional

Location

The Community Service Board of Middle Georgia's Emanuel Residential Group Home is seeking a qualified individual to serve as our next Direct Support Professional. This person will be responsible for providing care and assistance to adults with diagnosed intellectual and developmental disabilities, ensuring that they have the proper care needed throughout the day and in everyday activities. The selected candidate will also be responsible for keeping up to date progress notes on the individuals they work with, to ensure that the program manager has the proper knowledge to advise families and senior leadership on necessary next steps.

Responsibilities

• Monitor/Supervise individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, ensuring proper safety and care
• Provide for the personal needs and comfort of the individuals of the program
• Aid individuals with activities of daily living, such as eating, cleaning and basic hygiene needs
• Perform general housekeeping needs throughout the assigned location
• Use observational skills to remain aware of changes in the behavior and physical condition of the individuals
• Transports individuals on different community outings and events

Requirements

• A High School Diploma/GED Equivalent
• A Valid Georgia Driver’s License
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse communities
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others
• Experience with Microsoft 365 Office Products
• Ability to organize, prioritize and meet deadlines accordingly

Qualifications

Previous experience being a personal care assistant or certified nursing assistant.

Skills

N/A

Benefits

As a member of our team, you will enjoy our total rewards package to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Plan Options!
• Generous Paid-Time Off Policy with Flexibility
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match!
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Plans!
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)!
• Paid Training Time!
• Opportunities for Career Growth & Advancement!
• Paid Lunch Breaks*

*Please note that paid lunches are only for select positions that must assist individuals with eating needs at typical meal periods

Pay

Final pay rate will be dependent on a combination of qualifications such as experience and education.

Schedule

Full Time - Rotating Shifts: (8am to 4pm) (4pm to 12am) (12am to 8am)

Please note that shift options may include 12-Hour shifts with same start times.