On Call- Direct Support Professional (Flexible Schedules)

On Call- Direct Support Professional (Flexible Schedules) United Cerebral Palsy of

GA - 2.9

Augusta, GA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $13 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Emergency evacuation drill instruction Fire safety Activities of daily living (ADL) training Long-term care regulations Caregiving documentation requirements Working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders Transporting special needs passengers Safety inspections for hazard identification Patient transfer methods Safety regulations Maintaining patient confidentiality Emergency plan implementation for disaster response Resident hobbies assistance Working with individuals with cognitive disabilities Client rights in caregiving Cleaning kitchen areas Developmental disability care assistance Assisting with ADLs Food safety sanitizing procedures Personal grooming assistance Meal preparation Intellectual disabilities support Personal transportation assistance Wellness activities for care recipients Working with adults with disabilities Adults with developmental disabilities Food preparation Working with individuals with intellectual disabilities Restroom cleaning Entry level Full Job Description Our Mission and Vision The mission of United Cerebral Palsy of Georgia is to positively support and impact the achievement of a Life Without Limits for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. UCP of Georgia's vision is to create a community in which every person, regardless of ability, can participate as an equal citizen. To realize this vision, UCP of Georgia offers supports designed to help people maximize their potential and achieve independent, productive, and rewarding lives. Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) empower the people we work with to reach their goals and live a Life Without Limits by assisting them in a variety of everyday activities. UCPGA employees put their heart into their work. If this sounds like you, please apply to join our team!

JOB SUMMARY

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) assist in the day-to-day support of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role of UCP of Georgia DSPs involves assisting adults with daily tasks such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, transportation, and social activities. Our DSPs understand the unique strengths and challenges of each individual they serve, tailoring their support to promote personal growth and independence.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Engages residents in activities of choice, which reinforces ISP goals. Provides transportation and supervision for residents as dictated by individual program. Ensures that all information regarding daily activities, problems and needs of residents are recorded properly in daily log. Ensures each resident's personal hygiene and grooming needs are met. Uses appropriate body mechanics to lift, move, and position and provides prescribed exercises and physical care to residents. Inspects home at beginning of shift to ensure that home meets all safety requirements, checking for clutter and dangerous objects. Corrects deficiencies or submit written report to supervisor outlining deficiencies by end of shift. Conducts evacuation drills, both fire and severe weather, as directed by supervisor. Follow program plan for meeting all potential emergencies and disasters, such as medical, fire, severe weather and missing persons. Cleans and sanitizes all appliances, utensils and work surfaces in accordance with the Personal Care Home Rules and Regulations guidelines. Cooks and prepares meals. Reports any problem with equipment used by residents to supervisor. Cleans and sanitizes bathrooms, kitchen, and telephones daily in accordance with Personal Care Home guidelines. Ensures compliance in the area of responsibility during assigned hours with local, state, and federal rules and regulations applying to Personal Care Home and UCP Residential Services. Complies with policies and procedures to ensure that confidentiality requirements are upheld. Supports and protects the fundamental human, civil, constitutional, and statutory rights of clients and families as defined by agency. Must be able to push, pull and lift a minimum of 50lb with or without reasonable accommodations.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time, On-Call