Overnight Direct Support Professional
larche erieLake City (PA)
Overnight Direct Support Professional
Posted 11 days ago
larche erieLake City (PA)
SENIORITY
Junior
About the role
DSP At L'Arche ErieAre you ready to build meaningful, lasting friendships that challenge your perspective and allow you to see the world differently? As a DSP at L'Arche Erie, you will support adults with disabilities in daily tasks, fostering a home of trust, care, and mutual growth. Desire to work with, to learn from, and to relate to people with intellectual disabilities Desire to work in an inclusive and diverse community Independence, initiative and professionalism as demonstrated by: Ability to work cooperatively and constructively as part of a team Ability to take responsibility for health and safety of others Ability to work with individuals of different religious affiliation, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, etc.
Qualifications:
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to fulfill a flexible schedule, including weekends
- Ability to lift at least 40 lbs. and transfer individuals
- Satisfactory criminal background check
- High School diploma or equivalent
Duties and responsibilities: (training is provided):Supports individuals with disabilities in:
- Personal care needs (clothing, hygiene, eating, etc.), money management, medical care, appointments, family and work connections, household chores, laundry, medications, meal preparation, transportation
- Track individuals' goals, support plans and outcomes; documenting information as needed
- Communicating and self-advocating effectively with doctors and other professionalsParticipates on a team, including sharing responsibility for:
- Household maintenance, housekeeping, laundry, cleaning, meal prep, property upkeep, shopping, and household financial management
- Scheduled routines
- Regularly scheduled meetings
- Overnight awake routines as needed
- Builds a relationship of mutual care and support with people with disabilities
- Observes the rights and personal dignity of others
- Fosters a home life of unity, mutual respect, and participation by all members
- Learns and implements the policies and procedures of L'Arche
- Assists in the implementation of Individualized Support Plans and adheres to state regulations
- Communicates and advocates effectively with doctors and other professionalsParticipates in the functions and life of the community
- Completes other duties as assigned
Schedules are based on the needs of the individuals and their homes. Flexibility of schedule is required.
L'Arche Erie is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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