Direct Support Professional - Weekend Availability

Maxim Healthcare Group is seeking a Direct Support Personnel. The Direct Support Personnel assists with growth and development of interpersonal skills and Activities of Daily Living in the home or community to individuals with MRDD or mental health challenges who live independently (with assistance) in their own residences (supportive living) or a community residential property. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Provides training/assistance to assigned individuals with Interpersonal skills and Activities of Daily Living in accordance with the outcomes and goals in the individual’s support plan and under the direct supervision of the Team Leader, Program Coordinator, or Program Director

Addresses all outcomes and goals as outlined on the individual’s ISP and BSP are performed

No changes in care are initiated without direction from the Team Leader

Any changes in status are reported to Team Leader, Program Coordinator, or Program Director

Documents care per company policies and procedures, evidenced by notes are completed, accurate and turned in on a timely basis, and in accordance with documentation policy guidelines

When unable to complete an assignment, for any reason, office leadership is informed immediately. Changes in assignment due to consumer or family request must be verified. Maxim Healthcare Services must be aware of changes in assignment and reason for change. Confirms schedule weekly with Team Leader/office leadership

Participates in Multi-disciplinary Team conferences and In-services as requested, verified by sign-in sheets

Mandatory In-services are attended, verified by sign-in sheet

Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

Minimum Requirements:

High School diploma or its equivalent

Acceptable motor vehicle driving record

Reliable transportation

Current state driver’s license (or state ID if not driving consumers)

Current automobile insurance

Proof of 2 references or per state requirement

Current CPR card per state / client requirement

Current TB skin test per state / client requirement

Proof of six months MRDD experience preferred

First Aide certification per state / client requirement

Medication Administration Certification (in accordance with state nurse practice act exemption) by end of introductory period per state / client requirement

Proof of mandated state training in accordance with requirements of the Area Authority Provider Manual per state / client requirement

Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language may be required

Computer proficiency required

Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Maxim Healthcare Services, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

About Maxim Healthcare Services

Maxim Healthcare Services has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed. Maxim Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.