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ATC Healthcare, Inc.
Direct Support Staff, DSS
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Caregiver or Personal Care Aide provides non-medical care for adults, including elderly and disabled people, typically in their own homes. Assists clients with daily tasks including bathing, medication reminders, and light housekeeping; may also provide transportation for appointments and errands. These roles do not always require formal certification.
$35,073 / year median in New York
+24% projected growth
Job Description
ABOUT US
For more than 40 years, ATC Healthcare, a Joint Commission Certified Company, has provided leading nurses and healthcare professionals to hospitals and facilities nationwide. Healthcare systems around the U.S., including municipal health systems, multi-unit senior care companies, governments, school systems, VMS and MSP vendors trust us to deliver more than 100,000 nurses and other healthcare professionals on-demand. If you have a track record of success in healthcare, we want you to join us!ABOUT THE DSP POSITION
We have an exciting opening available for a Direct Support Professional. A Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides direct care service to individuals who are developmentally and/or physically challenged. The work involves providing specialized care and training in all identified areas. Implements goals and procedural objectives Implements and documents all aspects of the individuals' needs including personal hygiene Provides a safe, healthy, clean environment and provides supervision to the individuals Functions at all times as an advocate Performs dietary duties, i.e. food preparation and clean up Performs laundry duties, i.e. personal clothing and linens Performs housekeeping/cleaning duties May be assigned to various work areas, which may include site addresses that differ from the originally scheduled site.We offer the following benefits:
Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Referral program Tuition reimbursement 401k Plan Flexible Schedules Life insurance Disability insurance Identity theft insurance A High school diploma or GED is required as is at least six month's experience as a direct support staff in a group home setting.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Sitting, standing, and walking Lift and/or carry a minimum of 50 pounds independently Bend and stretch as needed See, hear, speak, write, push, pull, climb, twist, reach, and possess manual dexterityCREDENTIALS
Current CPR and First Aid Current physical exam may be required for some programs TB Screening and baseline testing (PPD or blood test)Certification of Completion:
Direct Care Staff Training Course and Competency for some programs.REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Complies with ATC policies and procedures.
- Complies with client policies and procedures.
- Maintains confidentiality relative to patient care and facility practices in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
- Communicates information effectively to appropriate personnel.
- Documents patient care as assigned in accordance with client policies and procedures.
- Follows the patient's treatment plan as assigned.
- Provides patient care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that considers cultural diversity and age appropriateness so that autonomy, rights, and dignity are preserved.
- Performs other duties as assigned.