Direct Support Professional

6 days ago


Valparaiso, United States TruCare LLC Full time

**New Employee Requirements**

All new employees must provide the following information prior to their start date:

- Verification that they are 18 years of age or older
- Provide a copy of a current drivers license
- provide a copy of adequate automobile insurance
- Negative TB screening completed prior to start date. A negative chest x-ray is required for all employees who have a positive skin test followed by annual screening by a licensed medical professional
- Certification in CPR by an approved State of Indiana provider
- Copies of all licenses and certifications required for position
- Employees must have at a minimum, a verified United States Residency Status

TruCare LLC will not extend employee or agent contracts to anyone who had a background and criminal record check that turns up any of the following:

- Battery
- Neglect
- Exploitation of an endangered adult or of a child
- Failure to report the battery, neglect, or exploitation of an endangered adult or of a child
- Criminal conversion
- Criminal deviate conduct
- Murder
- Voluntary or Involuntary Manslaughter
- Offenses related to alcohol or controlled substances
- Non-residency status
- **Direct Care Staff Job Description**:_

Direct Care professionals provide the health, safety, and well-being of individuals with disabilities, and support their interests and choices so that they may lead fulfilling lives. The position requires patience, empathy, and strong interpersonal skills; especially in communicating with individuals who may have communication challenges

**Position Duties**
- Monitor as determine that daily activities are consistent with the individual’s approved program schedule.
- Document activities as they occur.
- Confirm any schedule changes with the scheduling manager in advance and document these changes.
- Assist individuals with their daily living based on their ISP. These tasks include but are not limited to:

- Assistance with basic daily living tasks. These may be bathing, dressing, personal grooming, eating, and any other tasks identified in the individual’s ISP.
- Assisting with home management tasks. These can include preparing meals, grocery shopping, household shopping, cleaning, and any other home management tasks identified in the individual’s ISP.
- Increasing levels of independence by providing daily undertaking that promotes self-management.
- Administering routine medication as directed in the individual’s ISP
- Providing transportation for individuals to doctors’ appointments, grocery shopping, work, and any other places identified in the individual’s ISP.
- Ensure the medical conditions/needs of clients, including prescribed medications, are attended to, documented, and communicated to all staff.
- Develop relationships to build trust and execute developmental and operational activities.
- Ensuring great housekeeping for residents.
- Assist and lead group activities.
- Communicate clearly and proficiently with staff members.
- Document data displaying individuals’ goals and progression.
- Abide by all TruCare LLC Policies and Procedures

**Experience**
- High School diploma or GED
- Caregiver/Direct patient care, 1 year(preferred)

**Job Type**: Part-time

**Salary**: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Flexible schedule

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 3x12
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- On call
- Overnight shift
- Weekend availability
- Weekends only

COVID-19 considerations:
All Direct Care professionals are required to wear a mask.

**Education**:

- High school or equivalent (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Caregiving: 1 year (preferred)

Shift availability:

- Day Shift (preferred)
- Night Shift (preferred)
- Overnight Shift (preferred)

Work Location: One location

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Flexible schedule

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- On call
- Overnight shift
- Weekends as needed
- Weekends only

**Experience**:

- Caregiving: 1 year (preferred)

License/Certification:

- Driver's License (required)
- CPR Certification (preferred)

Work Location: In person



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