Heartfelt Connections Home Care - Immediate Opportunity for a Highly Skilled Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Are you passionate about providing personalized assistance and heartfelt care to individuals in need? Do you thrive in a compassionate work environment that values respect and professionalism?
Join Heartfelt Connections Home Care, a licensed non-medical home care provider dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care with compassion. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our clients. By joining our team, you will have access to supplemental dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, 401k, a referral program, and paid training. This role offers the chance to develop your skills in patient care while working in a loving and supportive environment.
Here are some job qualifications for a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Heartfelt Connections Home Care:
Job Qualifications for Direct Support Professional (DSP)
1. Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous experience in a home care setting, caregiving, or working with individuals with disabilities is preferred, but not required.
- Certification as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) or similar certifications are a plus, but training will be provided.
2. Skills and Abilities:
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively interact with clients, families, and team members.
- Ability to provide compassionate and respectful care while maintaining clients' dignity and independence.
- Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, follow care plans, and document services accurately.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing client needs and schedules.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, following instructions and protocols.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to handle emergency situations calmly and effectively.
3. Physical Requirements:
- Ability to assist clients with mobility, transfers, and personal care tasks.
- Must be able to lift up to 25-50 pounds and assist with physical activities like repositioning clients.
- Ability to perform activities that may require bending, kneeling, and standing for extended periods.
4. Knowledge:
- Basic knowledge of home care procedures and personal care tasks, including hygiene, feeding, and medication reminders.
- Familiarity with patient rights and confidentiality practices (HIPAA compliance).
- Understanding of health and safety standards in home care settings.
5. Personal Characteristics:
- Compassionate, empathetic, and patient in interactions with clients.
- Strong commitment to providing high-quality, client-centered care.
- Professional demeanor and positive attitude.
- Trustworthy, responsible, and dependable.
6. Availability:
- Must be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, depending on client needs.
- Reliable transportation for travel to and from clients' homes is required.
7. Background Checks:
- Must be able to pass background checks, including criminal history and child abuse clearances, as required by state regulations.
- Drug screening may be required.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401k
- Referral program
- Paid training
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Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k)
- Referral program
- Paid training