WV Logan_Direct Support _ Professional MPA _ 3429
On-siteLogan, West Virginia, United States or Lid, Vestland, Kingdom of Norway
Job Summary
Deliver direct support to 4-6 individuals in residential settings or up to 10 in periodic programs, assisting with daily activities including personal care, housekeeping, recreation, transportation, and community integration. Administer medications, monitor health, and accompany individuals to medical appointments while documenting progress and maintaining confidentiality. Manage individual assets within budget, prepare meals according to dietary plans, and ensure workplace safety through hazard reporting and emergency response. Maintain professional relationships with families and case managers, adhere to Sevita Customer Service Standards, and complete required training and background checks. Valid driver's license required for transportation duties.
Required Qualifications
- Must be 18 years of age
- Valid driver's license in good standing
- Car registration and vehicle insurance if providing transportation for individuals receiving services
- All state-required training(s) and certification(s) completed in mandated timeframes
- Maintain valid driver's license, meet all insurance requirements, and be approved by management to be a driver for the company
- At minimum, a High School Diploma/Equivalent
- Must have a valid driver's license in good standing in The State of New Jersey
- Must have a valid driver's license in good standing for the state in which they live
- Employees must cooperate with the licensee and Department of Human Services staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation
- All employees hired after 6/15/2018 shall submit to drug testing prior to employment
- All employees shall submit to drug testing randomly and for cause/suspicion
- Employees must submit to criminal background checks, and be determined not to be disqualified by the Department of Human Services prior to working with individuals served
- Employees must agree to have their name checked against the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
- Employees must complete an application to have their name checked against the Child Abuse Registry Information (CARI)
- Employees must successfully complete and demonstrate proficiency in all areas of required trainings
Desired Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Six months of experience in human services preferred
- Working knowledge of computers
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