Direct Support Associate/Residential

Direct Support Associate/Residential/All Shifts
DIRECT SUPPORT/RESIDENTIAL/CNA
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY
Residential Home-Level 4Synopsis of Direct Support Associate/Residential/All Shifts Duties:Attends to the personal care of residents with developmental disablilities. Assists in the planning and coordination of daily activities to facilitate development of living skills for residents.Direct Support Associate/Residential/All Shifts Responsibilities:
Provides assistance with personal care for residents that may
include feeding, grooming, showering residents, and toileting.
Conducts daily activities to assist the development of living
skills consistent with the residents’ IPP and ISP goals.
Assists residents with getting ready for bed when necessary.
Assists in food preparation in compliance with dietary
restrictions and needs which may include preparing lunches for
residents.
Assists in care and cleaning of residential facility, which
includes laundering & ironing of residents clothing.
Assists in the monitoring and passing of medications, which
may include suppositories and/or enemas.
May be required to transport residents to various locations
including health care appointments.
Contribute to all necessary reports and documentation.
Other assignments that may need the employee’ expertise,
knowledge or ability.
REQUIREMENTS
Direct Support Associate/Residential Minimum Qualifications:ONE YEAR EXPERIENCE IN A RESIDENTIAL SETTING ASSISTING ADULTS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES!!
Ability to provide assistance with personal care to
residents, to transfer an individual who has no weight bearing skills.
Ability to lift up to 70 pounds repetitively. Ability to
walk, stand, stoop, kneel for extended periods of time. Ability to
push/pull wheelchairs on a variety of terrain.
Must pass fingerprint/abuse index clearance.
Must pass post-offer medical examination.
Must successfully complete the Direct Service Professional
Training within one year of hire.
Valid CPR and First Aid Certifications.
Ability to communicate well orally and in writing.
Ability to consistently demonstrate good judgment and
decision-making skills.
Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality pertaining
to the work environment. Ability to travel locally.
Ability to interpret and carry out written and/or oral
instructions.