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.
GEORGETOWN COUNTY BOARD OF DISABILITIES AND SPECIAL NEEDS JOB DESCRIPTION NAME
TITLE:
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
(DAY PROGRAM)
STATUS:
FULL TIME- NON-EXEMPT REPORTS TO
PROGRAM
MANGERS KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to communicate effectively, both in written and oral forms; knowledge of developmental disabilities, knowledge of training programs, ability to work effectively with staff, consumers and families. Must be able to perform physical and visual skills as listed: balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing and visual acuity. Successful completion of orientation program.
QUALIFICATIONS
High School graduate and three(3) years work experience. Valid South Carolina driver's license and good driving record.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
a. Set up the workshop for work activities daily b. Assist individual(s) with personal care (toilet needs, hand washing, grooming and feeding) c. Performs necessary care/training for individual(s) and maintain a clean, safe environment for each, e.g. assists with personal hygiene, ensures clean environment and reports any problems which ma endanger worker's welfare d. Assist in the workshop keeping the individual(s) on task, following schedule and training program e. Participates in Program Development Team Process, e.g. assist with assessment, give written or verbal input on Single Plan and CTM and attend meetings in absence of Workshop Leaders. f. Assist in the workshop e.g. recording required data for monitoring sheets and BSP g. Assist in the workshop with maintaining documentation for individual(s) program plans (Daily Productions Sheets) h. Assist in workshop as directed by Workshop Leader i. Attends training as required j. Substitute on vans as needed k. Performs other related duties as required The Georgetown County Board of Disabilities and Special Needs reserves the right to modify, interpret or apply this job description in any way the Board desires. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Join us in creating a supportive environment where every individual is empowered to reach their full potential. Your dedication as a Day Program Direct Support Professional will inspire confidence, foster growth, and build meaningful connections that last a lifetime.
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Paid training Retirement plan Vision insurance
