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WE ARE HIRING RESIDENTIAL The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides assistance to participants who need help with daily living skills, and other activities such as, activity development and training in social interaction. This position assists participants with bathing, feeding, toileting, laundry, and other self-care responsibilities. The DSP is responsible for safely accompanying participants to community resources, medical appointments, and other approved activities. The position is responsible for completing progress notes and making appropriate entries into the daily log book. FULL-TIME SHIFTS M-F 3PM-11PM, 4PM-12AM, 12AM-8AM, SAT AND SUN, 8AM-8PM, 8PM-8AM Medical Assistant/Direct Support Professional DRIVER LICENSE REQUIRED This position performs the duties listed under the DSP position in addition to assisting the participant with achieving and maintaining good health, provide support and help the participant achieve their goals in life, and live as independently as possible. They would also be responsible for scheduling and escorting the participants to medical appointments and acting as an advocate and liaison while on appointments. Administer medication, check MAR sheets and maintain participant medical records in compliance with OPWDD standards. Prepare case notes, read and make appropriate entries in facility logs daily. Review communication logs, Medication Administration Log and Medical Log at beginning of each shift. Participate as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team in the development, implementation and evaluation of the residents’ Plan of Care. Accompany participants to Cardio Club and participate in activities and carry out fire drills, evacuations and emergency procedures. YOU WILL BE REQUIRE TO COME WITH YOUR RESUME, DIPLOMA/DEGREE AND TRAINING CERTIFICATES' ' Benefit Conditions: Waiting period may apply Hours per week: 30-39 Work Location: One location Multiple locations Pay Frequency: Bi weekly or Twice monthly This Job Is: A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: From $19.00 per hour Benefits: Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance Schedule: 12 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Holidays Monday to Friday Night shift Overnight shift Overtime Weekends as needed Experience: Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Overnight Shift (Preferred) Work Location: In person

Bilingual English and Spanish is required for both In Home Respite and Community Habilitation Direct Support Professionals. Summary/objective: In Home Respite Direct Support Professional The Respite Support Worker works in the home to support people with moderate to very high support needs. The Support Worker provides direct care and support to people with disabilities in a variety of areas (ADL, meal preparation, light household cleaning, community inclusion, etc.). This may include persons of all ages with developmental disabilities who qualify for Services. Care taking may include providing meaningful interaction and activity for the client and providing protective supervision and/or respite for the family. Job duties/functions: 1. Undertaking health care procedures relating to the person’s personal hygiene, and wellbeing, such as toileting, showering and bathing, helping with dressing and grooming, manual handling, eating, nutrition and health. 2. Provide companionship and support during daily activities. 3. Perform various household tasks including cooking, cleaning, shopping and general services. 4. Encouraging and supporting consumer participation in social and community activities. 5. Maintaining consumer privacy and confidentiality at all times. 6. Maintaining a respectful and supportive working relationship with the client and family members. 7. Ensure the safety and rights of consumers is considered and maintained at all times 8. Write accurate progress notes in the consumer’s file following each occasion of support. 9. Maintain a record of hours worked on the time sheet provided. 10. Adhere to the identified safe systems of work and report any accidents, incidents or hazards promptly to your supervisor. 11. Participate in required training as organized by Sinergia. Required Skills and Abilities: • Strong organization and record keeping skills • Excellent communication, both orally and in writing • Proficient computer literacy • Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities • Advocacy skills • Must possess strong interpersonal skills Required Education & Experience: High School Diploma / GED Preferred Job Summary/Objective: Community Habilitation Direct Support Professional: The Community Habilitation Specialist assist individuals with disabilities in their home and in the community. Community Habilitation is focused on giving individuals the personal, social. and vocational support needed to live in their community. Services vary depending on each. individual’s needs and interests. The Community Habilitation Specialist will work independently to provide life-skills training, role modeling, structured routines and specialized assistance as outlined in each participant’s individual habilitation plan. Job duties/functions: 1. Become certified in CPR and Choking Trainings. 2. Participate in the life of the individual in their home to foster a person-centered atmosphere. The goal is to help the individual towards their maximum independence in all areas of daily living. 3. Follow all specified policy and procedures, for managing behaviors and emergencies. 4. Accompany and advocate for individual when in the community. 5. Act as a role model for individual by appropriate behavior and offering assistance as indicated in Individual Service Plans. 6. Report and document all incidents in accordance with agency guidelines and OPWDD. 7. Accurately complete daily notes at the end of every session. 8. Research and provide assistance in choosing and participating in a variety of meaningful recreational, vocational, and daily living skills. 9. Ensure that the safety and rights of individuals are maintained at all times Required Skills and Abilities: • Good oral and written communication skills • Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with coworkers, employees, residents and their families • Good organizational and teaching skills • Proficiency in the use of a personal computer and appropriate software • Ability to operate wheelchairs and adaptive equipment utilized by persons served • Must maintain confidentiality of the records of the persons served according to HIPPA regulation • Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures Required Education & Experience: High school/ GED diploma