Direct Support Professional

About the role

Easterseals Hawaii is dedicated to serving people with disabilities and fostering communities where everyone has the ability to live independently and fulfill their potential.

Responsibilities

• Support participants to achieve the highest level of independence possible in pursuit of their definition of a "good life."
• Implement the participant’s Individual Plan according to organizational guidelines.
• Maintain the participant’s health and safety by following established protocols.
• Respond to and report issues of concern to the Case Coordinator or other supervisor promptly.
• Provide personal care and assist with daily living activities as needed, respecting participant privacy and confidentiality.
• Accurately complete participant-related data and documentation by the assigned deadline.
• Submit timesheets, leave requests, required credentialing documents, and other paperwork by the assigned deadline.
• Attend and participate in department meetings and trainings as required.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic, and safe environment.
• Respond appropriately and immediately to emergencies as defined in the Family of Companies (FoC) Operational Procedures.
• Report any safety concerns to the Program Manager or other supervisor.
• Handle multiple tasks, adhere to deadlines, and process urgent projects while paying attention to detail.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Equivalent to a high school diploma or GED.
• Exercise patience and understanding working with participants of various skill levels and individual needs.
• Communicate effectively (verbally and written), and read, using the primary language within the workplace.
• Exercise confidentiality and discretion pertaining to the work environment as required by HIPPA.
• Commit to the values of the organization while demonstrating good judgment, flexibility, and discretion when dealing with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Operate a computer, iPad, or tablet, applications and software, standard office equipment, and Microsoft (Outlook, Word, and Excel).
• Ability to work comfortably with individuals at all levels within the organization.
• Physical requirements: frequent bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, twisting; occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and loading up to 50 lbs; frequent driving (to and from office, the community, and participants' homes); some participants may require the use of a Hoyer lift for transfers; frequent standing or sitting for extended periods; occasional driving (to and from office, the community, and participants' homes); some participants may require the use of a Hoyer lift for transfers.

Conditions of Employment

• Ability to obtain and maintain criminal record clearance through the Department of Justice (DOJ).
• Must have a valid Driver’s License with Insurance, proof of current vehicle registration and safety check; maintain a clean driving record.
• Must pass health screenings, obtain vaccinations, and clear TB testing based on company policies.
• Must obtain and maintain clearance through the Office of Inspector General.
• Must obtain and maintain current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Must attend all required training.

Compensation

$17.50 - $18.50 per hour.