Direct Support Staff

Job description

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Meet with individual in their homes to assist with areas of need.

No personal care.

Assist with meal planning, food shopping and food prep.

Assist with household maintenance and promoting a safe living environment.

Assist with health care maintenance including scheduling and accompanying individuals to appointments, and/or assisting with follow through on doctor's recommendations. Advocating for care with doctors, insurance , family, funding sources.

Assist with planning for recreational and /or therapeutic activities and/or 'free-time' activities.

Assist individuals to read and respond to mail, complete applications as needed.

Assist individuals to maintain certifications for public benefits, e.g., food stamps, health insurance, housing, social security benefits.

Assist with budgeting, banking and money management.

Assist individuals to maintain important relationships with persons of importance to them, e.g. family members, friends, employers, landlords.

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent accepted.

Persons with a bachelor degree in a human service area will be considered for additional tasks.

Required Work Experience:

2 or more years supporting individuals with varying needs, including persons with developmental disabilities required.

Skills:

Must have excellent communication skills both verbal and written.

Working knowledge and ability to use MS Word and email.

Ability to work with efficiency both independently as well as in a team environment.

Strong creative, critical and solutions-based thinking.

CPR and First Aid required or may be obtained with 90 days of employment.

Valid driver's license required.

Bilingual with Spanish a plus.

Job Type: Part-time

Expected hours: 5 – 12 per week

Benefits:

401(k)

Flexible schedule

Mileage reimbursement

Work Location: In person