Caregiver

What You Get To Do:A Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver provides direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals with mental, intellectual & developmental, and physical disabilities.  The ultimate goal is to empower individuals with disabilities to live as independently and comfortably as possible while maintaining their dignity and respect.Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals we serve.Perform housekeeping and laundry duties.Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene and more.A Lead Direct Support Professional assists the program director with the coordination of services to the individuals served, including finance, medical, recreation, program services, family contact/involvement, education, and household management. Assists the program director in maintaining consistency in program implementation and individual care.Communicates with staff and interdisciplinary team members, including the day or residential program. Carries out the duties of a direct support professional, including: hands on assistance, guidance, housekeeping and daily living tasks.