Direct Support Professional

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This post is specifically for a Direct Support Professional to work part time 22.5 hours a week in Annandale, VA

Mondays - Fridays: 4pm to 8:30pm

About us

A & T Heath Care, Inc. is an In-Home Health Care agency located in McLean, VA. We are passionate, inclusive, and dedicated to the individuals we service.

Providing quality care to individuals is our top priority and we ensure that our Direct Support Professionals and Caregivers have the tools they need to provide the best possible care.

We pay our Direct Support Professionals / Caregivers 50% to 80% above industry standard, because we care about their ability to provide for their family.

Our work environment includes:

• Modern high-rise office setting with a receptionist.
• Coffee / Tea / Latte / Cappuccino/ Hot Chocolate provided.
• Growth opportunities.
• Bonus opportunities.

We are seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) / Caregivers to join our team! You will assist in the daily care of individuals ages 8+. (Must pass a background check)

We have positions available to start as soon as possible, as well as in the coming weeks and months.

Experience:

• Two years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid or volunteer experience.

Responsibilities:

• Assist clients with daily living activities.
• Communicate ongoing care results and updates to relevant parties
.
• Collaborate with clients and families for the best care opportunities.
• Maintain a healthy and comfortable living environment.
• Document daily notes of activities, progress, and any incidents or changes in the individual's behavior or health.

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, push, pull, reach, sit and walk.
• Successful clearance of background checks.
• Previous experience in personal care or other related fields.
• Compassionate and caring demeanor.
• Ability to build rapport with clients.

Certifications: ( **If you have prior Caregiving / Direct Support Professional experience but you do not have any or some of the certifications, we can help you obtain All of these certifications within a couple of days)

• * * TOVA
• * * First Aid
• * * CPR

Direct Support Professional assists individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities with daily living
 and activities at home or in the community. Their duties may include making beds, doing laundry, preparing and providing meals.

Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of some of the characteristics and concepts of Developmental and intellectual Disability and mental health,
disorders.
• Knowledge of simple care, first-aid, behavior management, personal and environmental hygiene.
• Ability to provide basic care, personal care, and hygiene.
• Ability to teach clients eating, bathing, dressing, grooming, and other self-care skills.
• Ability to observe, record, and report clients' behavior, attitude, and physical condition.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with clients and other employees.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Please submit your resume highlighting relevant experience for consideration, include your email address in your resume.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 22.5 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid orientation
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person