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MHDS

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.

$28,985 / year median in Tennessee

+20% projected growth

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Job Description

Salary $16.00 hourly
Location Selmer Required Job Functions:
Assignment will be in supported living homes primarily and community locations as needed. You must complete training on the unique personal needs of all individuals that you are assigned to work with. No two persons supported require the exact same services or have the exact same needs or interests. You must interact and respond to each person supported as an individual. Make sure individual specific outcomes and action steps are followed and addressed. Work direct care shifts, as scheduled and required. Must provide quality services while promoting self-reliance and personal choice. Responsible for the health and safety of the persons in their care. In charge of the safe storage, handling and preparation of nutritious food in the homes. Provide assistance to maintain the good health, hygiene, and personal needs of a person. Complete and/or follow-up on the completion of timely documentation needed for incidents, behavior tracking data sheets, accident reports, etc. Advocate on behalf of the person(s) you support, where appropriate. Report medical and/or behavioral incidents as trained/instructed. Perform routine housekeeping (dusting, vacuuming, mopping, laundry, sanitizing kitchen/bath, etc.) Complete all assigned paperwork thoroughly and accurately with timely follow-up on corrections as needed. Provide transportation for individuals as needed.
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$16.00 per hour
Benefits:
403(b) 403(b) matching Dental insurance Paid training Referral program Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person