Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Intermediate Care Facility (Tampa)
$37,440–$39,520 year
On-siteTampa, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Provide assistance with personal care including toileting, bathing, dressing, and hygiene needs while ensuring safety during mealtimes and dietary restrictions. Deliver positive social and leisure interaction throughout the day and safely lift, transfer, and reposition individuals as outlined in daily schedules. Complete daily housekeeping duties such as laundry, cleaning bathrooms and kitchens, and mopping. Maintain adequate supervision of all individuals in the home, including staying past scheduled hours during inclement weather or emergencies. If hired as a driver, operate large capacity vehicles to transport individuals to training centers, medical appointments, and community outings while complying with DOT regulations. Treat all people with dignity and respect, communicating professionally with individuals, coworkers, and visitors.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma
- 18 years of age or older, 21 if driver
- Read, write and comprehend English with the ability to remain calm and communicate during a crisis
- Previous working knowledge utilizing household appliances (washer, dryer, dishwasher, stove, oven, etc.)
- Ability to stand for long periods of time, engage in household tasks which include bending and lifting, pushing wheelchairs, use of hands for tasks such as writing, typing, handling small objects
Desired Qualifications
- If driver, must be able to operate large capacity vehicles (10-12 passenger vans and wheelchair busses) by driving safely and navigating traffic
- Valid FL Driver's License in good standing at all times
- Hoyer lift, van lift, and adaptive equipment (wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, etc.)
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