Direct Support Professional; Caregiver - Weekend Shift

JOB SUMMARY

• Electronically clock in and out, and document Daily Service Logs.
• Provide personal care assistance, training, and support to participants to maximize living skills, independence, optimal health, emotional stability, and community integration.
• Supervise and assist with personal care tasks (bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting); assist with household maintenance, healthy meal preparation, health monitoring, and medication management.
• Observe and communicate proactively with supervisors about the participant's physical health, well-being, needs and incidents.
• Develop and implement enrichment activities tailored to participant’s interests, skills, and needs, especially during weekend shifts, ensuring engagement and meaningful participation.
• Explore resources and organize community outings. Transport participants to appointments, leisure activities, grocery shopping, and community outings.
• Engage participants in recreational, community-based, and life skills activities, ensuring continuous involvement throughout the shift.
• Offer emotional support, companionship, and conversations to promote well‑being.
• Implement positive behavioral support strategies and interventions during all activities.
• Assist participants with self‑administering prescribed medication or over‑the‑counter medication, documenting on the medication log.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with participants, families, team members, and supervisors.
• Complete quarterly, semi‑annual, and annual Person-Centered Thinking (PCT) reports on time, engaging participants in achieving their ISP objectives.
• Ensure safety and mitigate health and safety risks throughout shifts.
• Follow safety protocols and emergency procedures, intervening as necessary during extended shifts.
• Participate in team meetings contribute to care plan development, and attend mandatory staff meetings and training.

Education:

• High school diploma required; higher education preferred.

Experience:

• At least one year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or a strong enthusiasm to learn and grow in the field.

Professional

Skills:

• Excellent and effective communication skills (oral and written) in English. Behavioral management skills.
• Proficiency in using electronic devices for clock-in-out, e-documentation, Microsoft Office, email, and data entry.
• Ability to conduct training, arrange activities, and engage effectively in long shifts (up to 24 to48 hours).
• Creative problem‑solving skills and the ability to develop and implement enrichment activities. Ability to adapt to participant needs and adjust to unexpected situations, particularly overextended shifts.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to multitask.
• Strong judgment and decision‑making abilities.

• Must be able to work flexible hours, including weekend and overnight shifts (up to 24 to 48 hours straight).
• Able to perform tasks requiring lifting (up to 25 lbs), bending, and assisting with mobility or personal care.
• Extensive driving and transporting of participants within the community.
• Must have a reliable vehicle with proof of insurance, a clean DMV record, and willingness to transport participants in their personal vehicle.

• Patient, caring, empathetic, with a strong…