Job Location : Antioch,TN, USA
About the Organization SimplyLove Care, Inc. is licensed to provide home and community-based services in the State of Tennessee. We provide support services and skilled nursing care to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and the elderly. These services can be provided in the home, on the job, or in the community to assist with activities of daily living and allow people to work and be actively involved in their local community.We strive to practice honorably and continue to pursue moral initiatives to empower and inspire the people we support to participate in their community, collaborate with others to share resources and ideas, reach their desired goals in life, and to do so based on their own interests and abilities.We treat all those we serve with compassion, dignity and respect, upholding cultural diversity as we honor the importance of connections with family and friends.Why Work Here?'We foster a culture of Trust, Dignity, Respect, Teamwork and Collaboration, and Diversity.' Description RESPONSIBILITIES of the Direct Support ProfessionalsThis position is responsible for providing direct support, positive direction, and assistance to the individuals we support in accordance with the program policies and procedures, and personal outcome measures to help them lead a safe, self- directed life and to participate fully in their communities. To assist with activities of daily living as needed and encourage attitudes and behaviors that enhance community inclusion. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you may provide supports at home, work, and other places within community. Provides person-centered supports to people served by assisting in the development and implementation of all Support Plans, including spiritual life supports, assisting people in achieving their personal goals and desires, providing interaction and choices for activities that support a meaningful day, and supporting people to be independent in activities of daily living skills including personal care, cooking, cleaning, and other living skills as stated in the person's individual support plan. Assists with information gathering for Personal Outcome Measures, and other assessments; Assists people with maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly home by following safety and infection control procedures; educates people about maintaining homes; Maintains and expands skills and knowledge relevant to providing high quality support and services. Obtains and maintains all required certifications and trainings and applies the information to support people served. Maintains open communication and cooperative work effort with Lead DSP and other staff to assure quality and continuity of support to people served. Supports the SLC Mission, Vision, and Core Values while empowering each person to direct their own life choices. Reports and/or documents routine and unusual events including completing daily logs, incident reports, outcome data sheets, etc. in a concise, understandable, and legible manner. Assists people with fiscal management while safeguarding their funds. This may include completing ledgers, reconciling accounts, and assisting people with spending choices. Ensures that people exercise their rights and that rights are not restricted without due process, ensures people are treated with dignity and respect. Performs other duties as assigned.As applicable, must possess a valid driver's license, good driving record and liability car insurance as defined by SimplyLove Care Inc..Must satisfactorily complete computerized state required training, first aid/CPR and Medication Administration Training Certifications as required by regulations.Must be able to pass registry and background check as defined by regulations and policies.Ability to lift at least 50 pounds. Ability to do daily standing, bending, and lifting.Must possess a commitment to the belief that all people have the right to dignity, respect, opportunity, and full community inclusion.Interest in assisting people supported to achieve personal outcomes and to provide person centered supports.Must possess good verbal, reading, and written communication in English; basic math skills; and basic computer skills.Ability and willingness to successfully complete and apply training.Must be flexible with respect to hours of work and changing conditions; be of good moral character; have an interest in the welfare of the individuals; have training and/or interest in the field of developmental disabilities; and have a willingness/ability to communicate with and relate to individuals, parents, guardians, fellow-staff, representatives of community agencies, and company management.We support the faith choices of the people we serve. As a direct support professional, you may be called upon to support someone you serve by assisting them with praying, reading appropriate religious and devotional materials with them, or companioning with them in worship, Bible study, or other religious events and practices that they find meaningful and enjoy. These are but a few examples of the ways we support the spiritual choices of the people we serve.While it is not required that direct support professionals agree with any of the religious preferences of the people we serve, it is expected that these preferences will be honored and supported.EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time Shift Weekends Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt Location Antioch 1 (5089) This position is currently accepting applications.