Direct Support Professional

3 weeks ago

Peapack, New Jersey, United States Matheny Medical and Educational Center Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professional to join our team at Matheny Medical and Educational Center. As a Direct Support Professional, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional care and support to individuals with medically complex developmental disabilities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide personal care tasks to assigned patients, ensuring their hygiene, safety, comfort, nutritional, elimination, activity, and social needs are met.
  • Carry out responsibilities in accordance with individual personal plans of care, including nursing, therapeutic, dietary, and behavioral interventions.
  • Participate in nursing report at the beginning of each work shift prior to working with patients.
  • Assist the nurse in observing patients and communicate any problems in completing tasks or changes in the patient's status.
  • Respect patients' rights, concerns, privacy, and dignity at all times.
  • Ensure patients are dressed properly and are clean and dry at all times.
  • Check patients for reddened areas and signs of skin breakdown, and report findings to the nurse immediately.
  • Conduct hourly monitoring for patients utilizing safeguarding equipment while in bed.
  • Notify the nurse when a patient complains about or exhibits signs of pain or injury.
  • Maintain organization and cleanliness of patients' residential areas, including clothing, equipment, and personal property.
  • Maintain cleanliness of patients' wheelchairs.
  • Take monthly weights on patients and report results to PCA Supervisor.
  • Work with a partner to complete duties in accordance with facility policies.
  • Participate in and contribute to departmental and interdisciplinary team meetings.
  • Participate in and assist patients in recreational activities.
  • Transport patients to and from various activities or programs; Accompany patients to outside appointments when necessary.
  • Demonstrate the ability to follow directions, both oral and written, and work cooperatively with other staff members.
  • Ensure all documentation requirements are completed during the work shift.
  • Establish and maintain positive interpersonal relationships with patients, family members, and other staff members.
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or GED, preferred.
  • Ability to pass criminal/registry background checks.
  • Ability to effectively communicate in English both verbally and in writing.
  • Experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities preferred but not required.
Benefits
  • Paid Training.
  • Staff Appreciation events.
  • Health and Wellness fairs.
  • Employee Recognition Awards.
  • Diversity events.
  • Employee Referral Bonuses.
Why Join Our Team?

At Matheny Medical and Educational Center, we are committed to providing exceptional care and support to individuals with medically complex developmental disabilities. As a Direct Support Professional, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and their families. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical/dental, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, tax-deferred retirement plan, and generous paid time off.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are passionate about providing exceptional care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

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