Caregiver, Community Health, Healthcare Nursing

EXPERIENCED FEMALE DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS/CAREGIVERS NEEDED FOR DDA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SERVICES!

Join our dedicated team as a Direct Support Professional - Caregiver, where you will play a vital role in empowering individuals with disabilities needing to live fulfilling, independent lives. This energetic and compassionate role involves taking the individual out to the community and fostering a safe and supportive environment.

• Help commute individual to and from recreational activities and social engagements to promote mental well-being and community involvement
• Ensure proper food handling and cleanliness standards are maintained
• Follow emergency procedures including CPR and First Aid protocols to ensure safety during incidents or health crises
• Help ensure individual's safety at all times

• Prior experience working in group homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or home & community care settings is highly preferred
• Strong communication skills for collaborating with healthcare teams, social workers, families, and residents to deliver comprehensive support
• Certification in CPR and First Aid is a MUST to respond effectively during emergencies

• A valid driver's license - Good driving record (3 Year Driving Record Needed)
• Reliable transportation and valid car insurance
• Active DDA Certification
• Active CMT Certification
• Active CPR/First Aid Certification
• MandT Certificate (Can be aquired later)
• Blood Borne Pathogen
• Ability to pass background check
• High energy

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 30 per week

Shift: 9am to 2pm

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

• Do you have DDA Certification?

Ability To Commute

Edgewood, MD 21040 (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person