Group Home DSP/Caregiver

Company: Summit County Group Homes
Location: Akron
Posted on: August 4, 2022

Job Description:

*NEW PAY RATE $13/hour *and *work today, get paid tomorrow* with Daily Pay!!*HIRING IMMEDIATELY - DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS (DSPs). Help needed the most in Stow and Fairlawn!**_A variety of shifts available - mostly 2nd shift. Enjoy a set schedule so you can plan your life!_*We offer *EXCELLENT BENEFITS* for eligible employees including *tuition reimbursement* for health related education including nursing school, *company paid *life insurance for you and your family, partial *company match* 401(k) to plan for your future, wellness programs up to $200 for gym memberships or smart watches, medical/dental/vision/supplemental insurances and *_MUCH_* more!!*About the Company *_Empowering People Inc cares about the health and wellbeing of residents and the heroes we employ, and believe healthcare employees have sacrificed enough. We are working with all current and future employees to navigate the vaccine mandate as required by the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare. _Our mission is to empower and support people with disabilities with a supporting vision to create a community where the person is visible and the disability is not. We believe that every person should make decisions that directly affect their lives. With the application of sound principles such as compassion, equality, integrity and self-determination, we provide a supportive living environment for those we serve as well as providing a welcoming work environment where each employee finds success and fulfillment.*Direct Support Professional Job Description*Direct support professionals (DSPs) are people who work directly with Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities with the aim of assisting them to integrate with their communities. A DSP is a *hero* responsible to provide direct services and support to the individual, including, but not limited to: assisting in maintaining a clean, safe living environment, meal preparation and completion of various household tasks; supervising, teaching, and assisting the individual in every aspect of their life, with the goals of fostering increased independence, choice and empowerment. A DSP may provide transportation and supports to a Individual at home, work, school, church, and other community places. A DSP is also an advocate, helping people in communicating needs, self-expression, and goals as well as assuring justice and equality in community life.*Direct Support Professional Specific Job Duties* - Respect individual rights and confidentiality. - Be a role model, promote positive teamwork and assist w/staff development/training as assigned. - Read, know, and implement organizational policies and procedures. - Implement and document all individual services and supports. - Read, know, and implement Individual's IP and Behavior Plan. - Report all pertinent medical information to nurses and follow nurses' directions. - Remain alert to individuals' behavior/physical changes and notify immediate supervisor. - Assist with and work to strengthen the individuals' many daily living needs, including nutrition, hygiene, exercise, communication, and socialization skills - Help individuals as needed to bathe, groom, dress, participate in family style dining and other daily living skills, always working to improve self-reliance - Assist the individuals in maintaining a clean, neat and safe home environment.*COME! Be part of our amazing team and make a difference in others' lives while earning a competitive wage and enjoying excellent benefits!*'Job Types: Full-time, Part-timePay: $13.00 per hourBenefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Employee assistance program* Employee discount* Flexible schedule* Flexible spending account* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Professional development assistance* Retirement plan* Tuition reimbursement* Vision insuranceSchedule:* 8 hour shiftSupplemental Pay:* Bonus payCOVID-19 considerations:Empowering People, Inc cares about the health and wellbeing of residents and the heroes we employ. We follow all CDC, state and local guidelines related to Covid 19 and have personal protective equipment available at all locations.Work Location: One location

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