Direct Support Professional

Job Details: Level: Entry, Position Type: Part Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $19.00 - $19.00Hourly, Job Shift: Any, RCM of Washington, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Are you looking for a meaningful career opportunity where you can positively impact people’s lives? RCM of Washington is hiring dedicated, caring part-time (16 – 24 hours per week) Direct Support Professionals to support and empower adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live their best lives.

RCM of Washington is a premier disability service provider agency with community-based locations throughout the District of Columbia. Selected applicants will provide support to men and women living in community-based homes in Washington, DC. Selected applicants must be at least 21 years old and must be compassionate, patient and comfortable providing total care to adults.

The Direct Support Professional acts as a mentor, teacher, and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to assist them to live, learn and work as an active part of their communities. Additional work hours may be available.

Essential functions

Supports and assists with activities of daily living as needed, such as: personal cares, dressing, lifting/transferring, budgeting/finances, meal preparation, shopping, etc. Utilizes adaptive devices by people supported, as required Uses person-centered approaches to assist people in actively planning their daily schedules to gain greater independence, self-determination, and achievement of life goals Records daily documentation in Therap, Electronic Medical Records software Trains and assists people in navigating their community and provides transportation to activities, programs, etc.

Communicates respectfully and maintains a positive and professional working relationship with people supported, families, co-workers, and external professionals If selected for the position, you will be required to attend a one-week orientation session and complete Department on Disability Services’ Phase I training. This is during normal business hours (Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM).

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualities: Must be at least 21 years of age Possess a high school diploma, Certificate of Individual Educational Program (IEP) Completion, general educational development (GED) certificate, or, if the person was educated in a foreign country, its equivalent Must be able to effectively read and write in English Must be able to obtain a health certificate endorsed by a physician Must be able to lift weights of at least sixty (60) pounds Competent with basic computer literacy and able to complete daily documentation Ability to pass a background check and drug screening Possess critical thinking skills when circumstances warrant (including crisis situations) Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm with people Strong interpersonal and communication skills Must be comfortable navigating the DC Metro Area using public transportation and/or driving large vehicles Finds value in community inclusion and building relationships Ability to foster and teach new skills in both traditional and innovative ways Dependability and punctuality are a must CPR/First Aid certifications (may obtain during orientation) Physical and Environmental Conditions: Work environment may involve situations that require working with people with Behavior Support Plans, Trauma Informed Care Plans, Complex Medical Needs, and Developmental Disabilities.

Benefits

Health Insurance Dental Vision Group Life Insurance Accrued Sick and Safe Leave 401K retirement plan with company match Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Jury Duty Leave Military Leave