Per Diem Direct Support Professional-Kent Area
Company: Redwood Family Care Network
Location: Pacific
Posted on: October 8, 2024
Job Description:
Changing Lives Shaping The FutureJob Title: - Direct Support
Professional
Job Area: - Kent Area
Job Shift: Varies - -
Job Schedule: Per-Diem - -Mission Statement:Redwood Family Care
Network -is an innovative leader in delivering person-centered home
and community-based services to individuals with intellectual and
developmental disabilities. -Our Mission is to provide World Class
person-centered services, supports and advocacy for individuals in
positive and life-enriching environments. - -Redwood Family Care
Network takes a ZERO tolerance stance on abuse and neglect. Any
allegations will be reported to the proper authorities. We are
committed to the Health and Safety of the individuals we support.
-Our employees share a passion for making a positive impact in the
lives of others. -We are looking for individuals who share our
Mission, Vision, and Core Values. -Benefits: Part-Time
Sick TimeEAP (Employee assistance
program)Employee discount programDayforce Wallet Daily PayTuition
discount through Capella UniversityAll applicants are subject to a
background check. Once a conditional offer is made and a background
check has been completed, if Redwood Family Care Network is
concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job,
we reserve the right to withdraw the offer of employment. -The
-Per-Diem Direct Support Professionals -role at SAILS WA is to
support adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities to
have a higher quality of life. A DSP promotes the health, safety
and well-being of the people we support. A DSP will also serve as
an advocate for the people we support and their rights.
-Do you thrive on helping others build/reach their goals in a
positive, life-enriching environment? Do you need the flexibility a
per-diem schedule provides? If you said -YES, then we'd love for
you to apply today! -Compensation & Benefits:$19 - 21 per hour
Unlimited Peer Referral ProgramPayday on demand through Dayforce
WalletFlexible schedule that fits your lifestyle Requirements &
Qualifications:Both written and spoken English language proficiency
requiredHigh School Diploma / Equivalent requiredWashington State
Driver's License, a Reliable Vehicle, Auto Insurance, -and -must be
willing to transport clientsMust be located in &
eligible/authorized to work in the United StatesMust be willing to
undergo a background check, in accordance with local
law/regulationsFirst Aid/CPR Certified (training can be
provided)Have an active NAR/HCA/CNAHave an active CPI certification
(preferred)Blood Borne Pathogen (within 120 days of employment,
training can be provided)Must be able to lift 50lbs.Able to work
both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditionsBe fully
vaccinated from Covid-19 (or have an approved exemption)
Performance, Responsibilities and Standards: -Under the supervision
of the Assistant Director and Administrators, the Per-Diem Direct
Support Professional:
*Per Diem employees are required to
pick up minimum of (1) shift a month or will not be considered an
employee of SAILS Washington per our policy*Per Diem employees can
work up to (31) hours a week, but cannot work more or will be
considered a Full-Time employee and will have to move into
Full-time statusProvides support to program participants that meets
their needs, provides opportunities for community integration,
including swimming, and creates a nurturing, safe, and healthful
living environment.Must check in weekly with Assistant Directors or
Administrators in regards to open shifts for the week.Can pick up
shifts at multiple programs but needs to orient to plans before
working with client.Must have all training before becoming a Per
Diem employee.Must keep up to date with all training with our
Training Manager.Must complete Per Diem checklist and trainings on
a monthly basis.Must be familiar with the Residential Service
Guidelines issued by the Division of Developmental
Disabilities.Provides each participant with an array of instruction
and support services, as described in the participants' Individual
Instruction and Support Plan (IISP).Ensures that the daily needs of
the participants are met, including personal hygiene, food
preparation, house cleaning, shopping, and monitoring of health
needs, including supervision of medication.Assists participants
with regularly accessing the community to take part in a variety of
outings of the participants' choosing. This may require
transporting participants or arranging for transportation.Ensures
that participants are treated with dignity and consideration at all
times. Promotes and safeguards each participant's ability to make
decisions and to freely exercise his or her rights.Interacts with
participants, provides informal counseling and problem-solving with
participants.Attends staff meetings as required by the Program
Supervisor or the Site Supervisor and/or Administrator.Attends
training offered/required by the agency, DDA, and other
parties.Takes part in the development and implementation of the
IISP for each participant with whom they work.Will become Nurse
Assistant Registered (NAR) at employee's own expense initially and
annually.Must enroll and complete Nurse Delegation study course and
take test within 30 days of employment.Provides necessary support
and supervision of participants.Maintains professional working
relationships with other services providers, the participants'
parents/relatives/guardians and other agency staff. Responsible for
timely completion of all documentation, including, but not limited
to, the medication log, shift notes, progress notes, data sheets,
incident reports, and client financial records.Performs other
duties as assigned by the Program Supervisor or the Site Supervisor
and/or the Administrator.Must have a valid driver's license and car
and must be willing to transport clients in own vehicle.
If you are unfamiliar with the term "Per-Diem": Similar terms are
"as-needed" or "on-call" - - -Visit our Careers website:
-https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/redwood/CANDIDATEPORTAL
-SUPPORT.ADVOCACY.INDEPENDENCE.LIVING.SERVICEProviding Excellent
Support and Advocacy - -PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
Keywords:Direct Support Professional (DSP), Location:Pacific,
WA-98047
Keywords: Redwood Family Care Network, South Hill , Per Diem Direct Support Professional-Kent Area, Other , Pacific, Washington
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