Direct Support Professional

About the Company:

At Caring Hands & More we offer a wide range of services to assist individuals in their homes and communities. Our team is described as compassionate and professional, with a commitment to treating people with respect!

• Available Shifts: Days (7 am - 3 pm) Evenings (3pm – 11pm) Overnights 11pm – 7am)
• Available Days: Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday
• Openings: Full-time, Part-time & Seasonal

What You’ll be Doing:

In this role, you’ll be providing support to individuals with disabilities to help them live independently, safely, and actively within the community.

• Connecting individuals to activities within the community to support physical and mental health needs.
• Providing encouragement and coaching in support of learning and daily living skills.
• Assisting individuals with shopping for personal needs and desires.
• Coaching individuals on sound financial management decisions.
• Assisting with meal planning, shopping, and food preparation to achieve healthy eating goals.
• Performing personal care activities and a variety of household services.
• Assisting in the administration of medications that are ordinarily self-administered.
• Monitoring any observed or reported changes in the client's condition.
• Promoting personal safety and a safe environment for clients by observing infection control practices.