Direct Support Professional - (Weekend Staff) ** at United Needs and Abilities, Inc – Salisbury, Maryland

Job description

Seeking caring people to work with Individuals with Developmental Disabilities in their homes and in the community. (Weekend Staff, long hours)

Major Responsibility:

· Employee will be an integral part of the UNA team and will be directly responsible for implementation and documentation of the Individual Plan, Nursing Care Plan and Individual Behavior Management Plan (when indicated).

Must be able to work Weekends

· Implement and document the Individual Plan, Nursing Care Plan and the Individual Behavior Management Plan (when indicated).

· Attend meetings as indicated by the UNA Program Coordinator.

· Ensuring all consumer medications are readily available for distribution

· Assist in the general maintenance of the residence and vehicle, which includes but is not limited to:

· Keep the house stocked with food and supplies

· Arrange for routine oil changes and repairs with Appointment Coordinator.

· Keep the interior and exterior of the home and vehicle clean.

· Notify the Program Coordinator of any problems or needed repairs.

· Repair or replace small items (example, light fixture globe, broken mop)

· Attend in-service training, as indicated and required by regulations.

· Assist clients in learning independent living skills. .

· Use verbal prompts and gestures to assist residents in completing household cleaning.

Pay and Benefits

· Benefit Conditions: Only full-time employees eligible

· Benefits: 401(k), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Paid time off, Professional development assistance, Vision insurance

Specific Work Requirements:

(Weekend Staff)

Must be able to work the following shifts.

Saturday and Sunday: 7am to 11pm (only)

or Saturday and Sunday: 9am to 11pm (only)

Training required during weekdays.

Standard driver’s license with a good driving record required.