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Luther Home Of Mercy
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
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What they do
A Home Health Aide helps individuals who are disabled, elderly, or chronically ill with daily tasks, such as dressing, washing, and light housekeeping. They can care for patients in their homes or other healthcare settings, and may perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require more comprehensive agency-approved training programs.
$31,887 / year median in Ohio
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Many people wonder if they're making a difference at work. Direct Support Professionals don't wonder - they know they are… A Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides essential care and assistance to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them lead fulfilling lives.
Hourly Pay:
$17.50/hour, Fri-Sun +$2.00/hourAll Shifts:
PT/FT, weekendsWilliston Campus Home:
1st Shift (6a-10a/6a-2p), 2nd Shift (2p-10p), 3rd Shift (10p-6a) - must train on 1st or 2nd for the first 90 days in order to transition to 3rd shift- Community Home (locations in Lucas, Wood & Ottawa counties): 2nd & 3rd shift Benefits
Paid:
training, breaks, time-off, double-time for holidays worked- Insurance (health, dental, vision)
- 403B retirement plan
- Life and disability insurance
- Raises at 90 days and 1 year What You'll Do
- Develop meaningful relationships based on trust and respect.
- Teach and assist individuals in activities of daily living.
- Be alert and know where individuals are at all times per their supervision levels.
- Engage individuals in activities in their home and community.
- Provide personal care including bathing, toileting, dressing and other personal hygiene needs.
- Lift and assist with movement/walking needs of individuals.
- Complete required documentation, correctly and legibly.
- Work independently and as part of a team.
- Cleaning, meal prep & laundry. What We Require A heart for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Campus Home o Age 18 or older o Pass a background check, drug and alcohol screening
- Community Home o Age 21 or older o 1 year or > experience o Driver's license (= 4 pts), reliable transportation and auto insurance o High school diploma or GED o Pass a background check, drug and alcohol screening About Luther Home of Mercy Luther Home of Mercy is dedicated to assisting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living the life they choose.