DSP / DIRECT SUPPORT PERSONNEL

　　L: Woodward, IA

　　S: Psych / Behavioral Health

　　S: All shifts avail

　　P* Local: $30/hour - $1,200/week

　　Travel: $35/hour - $1,400/week (blended rate)L: 13 weeks, 40 hours/week

　　C: Full benefits, extension available

　　CONTACT: Michael Lakes

　　C: 402.350.1424

　　E: [email protected]

　　The Direct Support Personnel (DSP) assists individuals with intellectual disabilities or mental health challenges with growth and development of interpersonal skills and Activities of Daily Living in the home, community or residential setting. The Direct Support Personnel works directly with the resident and provides supports for activities of daily living and adaptive skills. The Direct Support Personnel should follow the guidance of the resident/ patients Individual Service Plan.

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

　　Provides training/assistance to assigned individuals with Interpersonal skills and activities of daily living in accordance with the outcomes and goals in the individual’s support plan and under the direct supervision of the Team Leader, Program Coordinator, or Program Director

　　Reports any changes in status to Team Leader, Program Coordinator, or Program Director

　　Documents care accurately per company policies and procedures and turns documentation in on a timely basis. Adheres to client and Maxim policy and procedures at all times

　　Participates in multi-disciplinary team conferences and In-services as requested

　　Provides therapeutic support in daily activities

　　Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

　　Accompanies resident/s to schedule activities both inside and out of the facility/home

　　Participates in contributing appropriate revisions of individual services plans as requested by client, team leader or program coordinator

　　Assists with admissions, discharges and transferring of residents

　　Assists residents with routine household chores and other ADLS to support independence

　　Assists with training new staff if applicable

　　Minimum Requirements:

　　High School diploma or its equivalent

　　Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice

　　Participation and completion of Maxim's Competency program when applicable

　　Current CPR if applicable

　　TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

　　Current Health Certificate (per contract or state regulation)

　　Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

　　Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site

　　Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements

　　Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required

　　Computer proficiency required

　　Must be at least 18 years of age

　　Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks

　　Benefits

　　At Maxim Healthcare Staffing, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

　　Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

　　Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

　　401(k) savings plan

　　Awards and recognition programs

　　*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

　　About Maxim Healthcare Staffing

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim's commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed.

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.