Overnight & Weekend Direct Support Professional (DSP) Position Available In St. Charles, Louisiana

Overnight & Weekend Direct Support Professional (DSP) Arc of St. Charles – 2.9 Boutte, LA Job Details Temporary | Part-time | Full-time $9 – $11 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid training Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Paid orientation Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Medication administration Patient monitoring Home health experience (Less than 1 year) Patient care experience (Less than 1 year) Caregiving Caregiving experience (Less than 1 year) Cooking HIPAA First aid CPR Cleaning experience (1-2 years) Home health experience (1-2 years) Cleaning experience (Less than 1 year) Patient care experience (1-2 years) High school diploma or GED Driver’s License First Aid Certification Driving Meal preparation Direct support Patient care Cleaning Caregiving experience (1-2 years) Home health CNA Care plans Communication skills Entry level Patient observation

Full Job Description Position Summary:

Direct Support Professional is a staff who assists an individual with a disability to lead a self-directed life and contribute to the community, assists with activities of daily living if needed, and encourages attitudes and behaviors that enhance community inclusion. A Direct Support Professional may provide supports to a person with a disability at home, work, school, church, and other community places. A Direct Support Professional also acts as an advocate for an individual with a disability in communicating their needs, self-expression and goals. Dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) are needed for overnight and weekend shifts. The Overnight & Weekend DSP provides assistance, supervision, and guidance to individuals in a home setting. This role requires the person to remain awake throughout the shift to ensure the well-being and safety of the individuals served, provide support with daily routines, and contribute to a clean and safe environment.

POSITIONS LOCATED IN THE FOLLOWING PARISHES

ST.

CHARLES PARISH, ST. JOHN PARISH

Pay based on experience Full-time and Part-time positions are available

Shift Details:

Overnight shifts, including weekends (Specific hours may vary) This is an awake position.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment by ensuring all equipment is in safe and operable condition. Participate in all training and orientation sessions as directed. Ensure paperwork is completed and turned in timely, neatly, and accurately. Implement and document program plans, behavior management plans, and activity schedules. Responsible to provide care to the consumer as it pertains to the “Plan of Care” Assist in the formulating of Service Plans/Plans of Care, etc. for each consumer in his/her charge, documenting progress or significant problems Advocate for services to enhance consumer’s life. Follow all policies and procedures of the Arc of St. Charles. Review and comply with Consumer Handbook procedures. Perform other duties as deemed appropriate and as assigned by Supervisor.

Responsibilities:

Provide direct support and hands-on assistance to individuals with daily living activities, such as hygiene, meal preparation, and medication reminders. Assist individuals with their overnight and morning routines. Ensure the health and safety of individuals, monitoring their well-being throughout the night. Complete assigned cleaning duties and tasks within the home. Assist with the dispensing and recording of medications, if required. Maintain a positive and supportive environment, promoting independence and personal growth.

Physical Requirements:

Physically able to perform the essential functions of the job as described in the essential duties and responsibilities sections including; walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, sitting, reaching overhead and lifting up to fifty (50) pounds. Must be able to safely lift, transport, and transfer consumers, which may include but not be limited to lifting and transferring in and out of a vehicle, bed or wheelchair, as appropriate and needed to assist with the individual’s assisted daily living skills.

Minimum Qualifications :

Valid Louisiana Driver’s License Auto Insurance in your name Social Security Card Ability to read and comprehend basic instructions and complete specialized forms

Pass Screenings:

Drug, Background, and Driving Record High School diploma or GED. Ability to work independently and manage time effectively. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. First Aid Certification-Class available upon hire. 16hr State Approved Medication Administration Training- Class available upon hire. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time, Temporary Pay:

$9.00 – $11.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid orientation Paid time off Paid training Vision insurance

Schedule:

12 hour shift 8 hour shift Evening shift Holidays Monday to Friday Overnight shift Overtime Weekends as needed

Work Location:

In person