Direct Support Professional- Remote Support- Part time 3rd shift

$40,768 - $40,768/Yr

Moka - Wyoming, MI

Part-time - Entry Level

Remote - Wyoming, MI

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Remote Direct Support Professional position is a part-time role focused on providing technology-enabled support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The primary goal is to enhance the independence and quality of life of the individuals served while ensuring their health and safety. This role involves monitoring health, responding to alerts, and providing guidance based on individual service plans, with a mix of remote and in-person support as needed.

Responsibilities

• Monitors the physical and emotional health of individuals served and communicates observations through documentation.
• Provides guidance in health, medication, safety, and daily living as outlined in Individual Plans of Service (IPOS).
• Responds to monitoring system alerts and prioritizes responses to multiple alerts.
• Addresses safety concerns in-person and dispatches backup support when necessary.
• Engages in real-time communication with individuals served for support and social interaction.
• Creates accurate records and submits reports on incidents and daily progress.
• Ensures privacy and dignity of individuals served and reports suspected abuse or neglect.
• Encourages the use of enabling technology to meet outcomes stated in IPOS.
• Provides ongoing training to individuals served on supportive technologies.
• Identifies risks and behaviors that may lead to crises and intervenes effectively.
• Provides in-person support including meal preparation, cleaning, and light maintenance duties.
• Advocates for individuals served and empowers them to advocate for themselves.
• Attends meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities as needed.
• Provides on-call support, including after hours, in a rotation with the supervisor.

Requirements

• High School diploma and at least one year's experience working with people with developmental disabilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, videoconference, and in writing.
• Proficiency in using mathematics to interpret information and solve problems.
• Ability to solve practical problems and make independent decisions.
• Proficiency with basic applications such as word processing, calendars, email, and videoconferencing.
• Proficiency with enabling technology such as smartphones, tablets, and monitoring systems.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be at least 18 years of age.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage of $19.60
• Flexible part-time schedule
• Opportunity to work remotely
• Professional development opportunities