DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL - GEORGETOWN, SC
Company: Amergis
Location: Georgetown
Posted on: October 30, 2024
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Job Description:
Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking several DSPs to work in
an intellectual and developmental disability facility in
Georgetown, SC on 2nd and 3rd shift.-26 week assignment with
possibility for extension-Full time hours- 40 hours/week-2nd and
3rd shift available-Every other weekend required-Experience in
behavioral settings preferred - strong background and experience
with intellectually disabled consumersApply today to be contacted
by a recruiter!The Direct Support Personnel (DSP) assists
individuals withintellectual disabilities or mental health
challenges with growth anddevelopment of interpersonal skills and
Activities of Daily Living in the home,community or residential
setting. TheDirect Support Personnel works directly with the
resident and provides supportsfor activities of daily living and
adaptive skills. The Direct Support Personnel should followthe
guidance of the resident/ patients Individual Service
Plan.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Provides
training/assistance to assigned individuals withInterpersonal
skills and activities of daily living in accordance with
theoutcomes and goals in the individual's support plan and under
the directsupervision of the Team Leader, Program Coordinator, or
Program DirectorReports any changes in status to Team Leader,
ProgramCoordinator, or Program DirectorDocuments care accurately
per company policies andprocedures and turns documentation in on a
timely basis. Adheres to client and Amergis policy andprocedures at
all timesParticipates in multi-disciplinary team conferences
andIn-services as requestedProvides therapeutic support in daily
activitiesPerforms other duties as assigned/necessaryAccompanies
resident/s to schedule activities both insideand out of the
facility/homeParticipates in contributing appropriate revisions
ofindividual services plans as requested by client, team leader or
programcoordinatorAssists with admissions, discharges and
transferring ofresidentsAssists residents with routine household
chores and otherADLS to support independenceAssists with training
new staff if applicableMinimum Requirements:High School diploma or
its equivalentComplies with all relevant professional standards
ofpracticeParticipation and completion of Amergis' Competency
programwhen applicableCurrent CPR if applicableTB Questionnaire,
PPD or chest x-ray if applicableCurrent Health Certificate (per
contract or stateregulation)Must meet all federal, state and local
requirementsSuccessful completion of new hire training as
applicable tojob siteUnderstand patient confidentiality and
HIPAArequirementsAbility to effectively elicit/provide information
to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to,
supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills;
proficiency in theEnglish language is requiredComputer proficiency
requiredMust be at least 18 years of ageDemonstrates ability to
prioritize tasksBenefitsAt Amergis, we firmly believe that our
employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to
offer the following benefits:Competitive pay & weekly
paychecksHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) savings
planAwards and recognition programs*Benefit eligibility is
dependent on employment status.About AmergisAmergis, formerly known
as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and
communities by connecting people to the work that matters since
1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network
of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any
hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and
innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to
deliver the best workforce solutions.Amergis is an equal
opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex,
gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion,
national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any
other characteristic protected by law.
Keywords: Amergis, Mount Pleasant , DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL - GEORGETOWN, SC, Other , Georgetown, South Carolina
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