AMVETS Jobs

Direct Support Professional - <P> Essential Duties and Responsibilities: <LI> Personal Care: <LI> Performs/teaches and reinforces accepted infection control and personal grooming techniques; performs/teaches and assists in bathing, toileting, dental care, hair and nail care, personal hygiene and grooming routines as necessary. <LI> Performs/teaches and assists individuals in dressing, clothing selection, storage, laundering and repair of clothing and accessories, may help them shop for clothing. <LI> Performs/teaches and assists in proper use and care of shavers and razors, eyeglasses, hearing aids, prosthesis as prescribed by appropriate medical practitioner. <LI> Maintains confidentiality of information. <LI> Reports unusual incidents and physical symptoms promptly and accurately to the supervisor. <LI> Applies valid and accepted limits for inappropriate behavior. <LI> Food Preparation, Mealtimes: <LI> Assists individuals in eating who cannot feed themselves independently, teaches them to eat in a family-style setting, while promoting choice. <LI> Teaches and assists individuals to plan, shop, store, prepare and serve meals using currently accepted nutritional standard to clean kitchen and dining areas, and dispose of leftover food safely. <LI> Maintaining the Environment: <LI> Performs/teaches developmentally disabled individuals routine housekeeping duties such as dusting, washing floors and walls, cleaning bathrooms, and vacuuming rugs. <LI> Aides in selection, care and use of age appropriate personal leisure time belongings. <LI> Performs other duties as assigned <P> Requirements <LI> Education and Experience Requirements: <LI> High school diploma or equivalent preferred <P> Qualifications and Knowledge: <LI> Must maintain all required training and certifications including, AMAP (Approved Medication Administration Personnel), CPR and First Aide certifications <LI> Must possess a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record <LI> Good verbal, written, interpersonal, organization and active listening skills <LI> Good organizational & time management skills <LI> Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. <LI> Good collaboration skills <LI> Proactive problem solving skills <LI> Proficient with Internet Explorer; Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Outlook; Microsoft Word; and Windows Operating System. <LI> Summary <LI> Position Overview: <LI> Are you looking for an exciting career where you can make a difference while making bank? HCA has an opportunity for you with updated rates and increased job flexibility! <LI> $16.00/hour base with increases based on experience <LI> Commitment Bonus up to $1500 <LI> $2.00/hour Weekend Differential <LI> Flexible scheduling, with full and part time hours available for all shifts. <LI> HCA operates 16 Residence homes throughout the Southern Tier staffed by dedicated and compassionate Direct Support Professionals. <LI> Under direct supervision care for the developmentally disabled. No experience required with paid on the job training. <LI> These tasks involve encouraging, guiding and training individuals in developing daily living skills and habits, taking care of their personal needs, and maintaining their living environment. Must maintain all required training, including Medication Dispensing, CPR, and First Aid certification <P> Major Skills - <LI> Good organizational and time management skills. <LI> Proactive problem solving skills <LI> Good verbal, written, interpersonal, organization and active listening skills. <LI> Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

<P> Requirements - <LI> Drug Screening. <LI> Medical Exam. <LI> Reference Check/Background Check.