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Direct Support Professional

Magnolia Community Services, Inc

Posted 01/13/23

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100 Central Avenue, Jefferson, LA, 70121

Inactive
Full-Time
Entry level
Medical / Health
In Person

Job Description

Job description

Apply now to receive a $500 signing bonus!

Help us lead the way for adults with developmental disabilities to reach their full potential!



Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) assist in providing self-care training and therapeutic treatments to residents of ICF/IID facility, working under the direction of Lead DSP, Case Manager, and programmatic staff, by performing the following duties.

  • Assist residents in their homes and community, according to each client’s Individual Service Plan (ISP).
  • Assist residents in all areas of daily living which may include: bathing, dressing, toileting, cooking, cleaning, and grooming.
  • Actively engage with residents throughout the shift to provide support, leadership, and camaraderie.
  • Monitor clients to ensure their health and safety.
  • Become an approved driver to transport residents from the main campus, into the community, and other events.
  • Electronically document daily events and other data as mandated by the Department of Health and Magnolia.
  • Work as a team with other members of staff to help follow our Person-Centered philosophy.
  • Ability to lift at least 50 pounds

Requirements of the position:

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Louisiana Driver’s License
  • Proof of auto insurance
  • Acceptable driving record
  • At least 21 years of age

Magnolia offers:

  • $500 sign-on bonus.
  • Bonus pay on weekends.
  • A safe and secure work environment.
  • A team of professionals who are driven to lead the way for the individuals we support to have a life filled with options and opportunities, enabling them achieve their goals.

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Details:

  • Shift: 8 hours shifts needed round the clock, 7 days a week
  • Work Location: Main campus and group homes located in Jefferson, LA
  • Job Type: Full-time or part-time
  • Rate of pay: $13-$15/hour for weekdays, $16-$18/hour for weekends

If you believe in our vision of a better future for those with developmental disabilities and have the skill set to help, we encourage you to apply for this position!























Skills

  • Caregiving
  • Developmental Disabilities
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

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About Magnolia Community Services, Inc

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At Magnolia Community Services, we are leading the way for people with developmental disabilities on many different levels.

On a daily basis, we work with individuals to help them achieve their vocational and personal goals, ensure their access to safe, affordable housing, and all the wonderful cultural and community resources our region has to offer.

In our work, we incorporate best practices and innovative strategies in our daily interactions with the people we support. We continuously research and implement better systems for service delivery so that we remain at the top of our industry. We are able to do this through the combined efforts of our dedicated employees, our clients’ families, and through the support of our generous donors.