Direct Support Professional DSP Job at Caring Hands & More, Iowa City, IA

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  • Caring Hands & More
  • Iowa City, IA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

*$250 Sign-on Bonus!

 

Responsibilities:

Performs simple procedures to maintain flexibility.
a. Range of motion exercises
b. Assistance in ambulation or exercises
2. Performs personal care activities, including but not limited to:
a. Bathing
b. Shampooing
c. Skin care/nail care
d. Oral hygiene
e. Shaving
f. Dressing
3. Performs household services essential to health care at home, including but not limited to:
a. Meal preparation/feeding
b. Laundry
c. Light housekeeping
4. Assists in the administration of medications that are ordinarily self-administered according to CHAM policy.
5. Reports any observed or reported changes in the client's condition and/or needs to the supervisor. Follows reporting guidelines in the Individual Service Plan/Care Plan.
6. Documents care provided and completes the forms required for the client's records. Completes the appropriate records to document care given and pertinent observations. Submits documentation per CHAM requirements—at least weekly.
7. Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients by observing infection control practices, following CHAM guidelines, and reporting unsafe situations to the Administration/ Supervisor.
8. Demonstrates safe practice in the use of equipment. Does not use equipment until orientation about its operation has been provided. Notifies supervisor of educational needs.
9. Communicates effectively with all members of the interdisciplinary team through verbal reports, participation in staff meetings, and team conferences, as requested.
10. Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
11. Attends in-service programs to meet compliance requirements. Identifies learning needs to CHAM supervisor.
12. Performs other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.

Qualifications:

Successful completion of a formal certification training program and/or a written skills test and competency evaluation.
• Be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, and follow a written Individual Service Plan/Plan of Care.
• Good verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• For certain assignments, a DSP is required to be a licensed driver with automobile insured in accordance with CHAM requirements and in good repair. Good driving record.

 

Job Tags

Relocation package,

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