PART-TIME DCP/LIFE ASSISTANT 3:00PM - 11:00PM (40HRS BIWEEKLY)
Company: St Edmond's Home for Children
Location: Bryn Mawr
Posted on: October 17, 2024
Job Description:
Primary Purpose of Job
Inspired by love and supporting the dignity and quality of life for
each individual, skilled professional staff will provide an
exceptional holistic outcome-oriented plan of care for Adults with
intellectual and physical disabilities, providing supports so they
can make meaningful life choices and be valued, contributing
members of their communities.
To create a healthy, engaging, typical home for individuals with
intellectual disabilities and supports and assists individuals in
all areas of their daily life.
Location: St Edmond's Community Home located in Newtown Square,
PA
Schedule:
- Week 1: Friday, Saturday & Sunday
- Week 2: Monday & Tuesday Essential Job Functions
- Supports and assists individuals in all areas of their daily
life, including but not limited to personal appearance, laundry,
menu planning, grocery shopping, home cleaning, communication
skills, and personal hygiene.
- Maintains accurate documentation and records including daily
logs, mileage, individual files, and incident reports.
- Provide transportation using a company vehicle within the
community, to and from medical appointments as necessary
- Follow established schedules for individuals supported in the
program.
- Support individuals to achieve their highest level of
independence, make decisions, and live a meaningful dignified life
with valued social roles (ex: friend, neighbor, employee.)
- Medication Administration.
- Attends Individual Support Plan (ISP) meetings and all other
meetings pertaining to the ISP of the individual supported.
- Maintains open and focused communication with team members
regarding goals of program participants.
- Promote and advocate for the health and wellness of the
individuals supported.
- Behavioral support as needed.
- Act as a positive role model for the individuals.
- Displays knowledge of emergency plans and assists individuals
to their ability during a fire, tornado or other emergency
situation. Education & Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Must have a valid Driver's License and be able to obtain
Archdiocesan Driving Approval (must have 7-year clean driving
record.)
- Must have ability and willingness to travel to off-site
locations using company vehicles.
- Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English
language.
- Basic computer skills with the ability to utilize internal
software programs.
- Ability to perform a range of motions/tasks, including but not
limited to, reaching, bending, stretching, stooping and
lifting.
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs without assistance and over 50lbs
with assistance.
St. Edmond's is an equal opportunity employer and considers all
applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,
national origin, age, disability or handicap, genetic information,
veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by
applicable law.
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Keywords: St Edmond's Home for Children, Philadelphia , PART-TIME DCP/LIFE ASSISTANT 3:00PM - 11:00PM (40HRS BIWEEKLY), Other , Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania
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