Caregiver

Job description Job description We are seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) / Caregivers to join our team! You will assist in the daily care of elderly or disabled individuals.

Responsibilities:

Assist clients with daily living activities Communicate ongoing care results and updates to relevant parties Collaborate with clients and families for best care opportunities Maintain a healthy and comfortable living environment ​

Qualifications:

Previous experience in personal care or other related fields Compassionate and caring demeanor Ability to build rapport with clients One year of full-time or equivalent part-time paid or volunteer experience in the care, training, habilitation, and support of children or adults with a diagnosis of developmental/intellectual disability. Certification ( If you do not have any or some of the certifications, we can help you obtain All of these certifications within a few days. Contact us for details): TOVA First Aid CPR Drivers License/Car TB test result High school diploma Direct Support Professional assists individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities with daily living activities at home or in the community. Their duties may include making beds, doing laundry, preparing and providing meals.

Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of some of the characteristics and concepts of Developmental and intellectual Disability, mental health, health disorders and related physical conditions and treatment approaches for children.
• Knowledge of simple care, first-aid, behavior management, personal and environmental hygiene.
• Ability to implement and follow the policies and procedures of the department, facility or service entity.
• Ability to engage in the care, training, and rehabilitation of physically and mental challenged individuals.
• Ability to provide basic care, personal care, and hygiene.
• Ability to teach clients eating, bathing, dressing, grooming, and other self-care skills.
• Ability to participate with professional staff in the design and implementation of training and programmatic activities.
• Ability to observe the rights and personal dignity of others.
• Ability to observe, record, and report clients' behavior, attitude, and physical condition.
• Ability to perform simple math and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with clients and other employees.

Experience:

One year of full-time or equivalent part-time paid or volunteer experience in the care, training, habilitation, and support of children or adults with a primary diagnosis of developmental/intellectual disability and/or secondary diagnosis of mental health.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Mileage reimbursement Paid orientation Paid training

Schedule:

Day shift Evening shift Every weekend Holidays Monday to Friday Overtime Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Reston, VA 20194 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Reston, VA 20194: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$18.00 - $20.00 per hour Expected hours: 20 - 50 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid orientation Paid time off Paid training Referral program Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift Evening shift Morning shift

Experience:

Caregiving:

1 year (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Mc Lean, VA 22102 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Mc Lean, VA 22102: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person