Companion Sitter - Destiny's Child Inc.
Atlanta, GA
About the Job
Shifts available: This is a Part-Time Position Week begins Sunday and ends Saturday
Saturday & Sunday (2 days a week)
4pm-12am Weekends
Companion Sitter
Destiny's Child Inc., Home Health Aides, Companion-Sitters and Coordinators are known as a Direct Support Professional, (DSP). Destiny's Child Inc., is looking for qualified applicants to fill the position of a Direct Support Professional. DCI is a service provider for adults with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities. This position will be responsible for performing routine activities related to the health, safety, and welfare of individuals receiving services. This position is assigned to provide community living support services directly in an Individuals' homes.
The current schedule is as follows:
SATURDAY SUNDAY
4pm-12am 8am-4pm
QUALIFICATIONS:
Destiny's Child Inc., Home Health Aides, Companion-Sitters and Coordinators are known as a Direct Support Professional, (DSP). Destiny's Child Inc., is looking for qualified applicants to fill the position of a Direct Support Professional. DCI is a service provider for adults with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities. This position will be responsible for performing routine activities related to the health, safety, and welfare of individuals receiving services. This position is assigned to provide community living support services directly in an Individuals' homes.
HOME CARE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Able to read and write.
- Able to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Able to complete written reports and documents.
- Able to use a computer/able to type/fast learner.
- Successfully complete training or demonstrate understanding and practical competency in the following areas:
- Understanding the needs and characteristics of elderly, handicapped, mentally retarded, mentally disabled, or convalescing individuals.
- Meal preparation and serving.
- Transportation and escorts services.
- Housekeeping to include sanitation, home safety, handling medical emergencies in the home; and infection control.
Daily Care
- Bathing
- Routine skin care
- Grooming
- Assistance with toileting
- Ambulation and transferring of client
- Encouraging physical activity
- Applying first aide in case of sudden illness or an accident
- Reminding client to take prescribed medications (Supervision/over sight of medication)
- Providing watchful supervision and oversight
- Preparing meals and washing dishes
- Assist client with grocery shopping
- Assist client with activities within the community
- Assist client with ISP goals
- Medically related activities to include the taking of vital signs
- Participate in the establishment and implementation of the clients service plan
- Report problems and progress of client to physician and others as approved by client
To apply you must meet the guidelines listed below:
- (2) years verifiable experience as a care provider
- Proof of Legal authorization to work in the United States
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Clean Background
- Current CPR(Click here to get CPR certification)
- Current First Aide Card(Click here to get First Aid certification)
- Current Physical (Can be obtained at local Health Department)
- Current TB or Chest X-Ray https://www.cvs.com/minuteclinic/clinic-locator/ga/atlanta/tb-testing.html
- Valid GA Driver License
- 7 year Motor Vehicle Report Mobile: https://dds.georgia.gov/georgia-licenseid/general-license-topics/how-do-i-mvr-driving-history
- CNA or able to pass PSA test(Click here to check your CNA status)
Additional Requirements
The Coordinator is in constant contact with the client, the public and the community and brings important issues before the Senior Coordinator and Administrative staff. Specialized training or one years of experience in working with person with developmental disabilities.