Amergis • Laconia, NH 03247
Job #2683521855
Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Direct Support Personnel. The Direct Support Personnel assists with growth and development of interpersonal skills and Activities of Daily Living in the home or community to individuals with MRDD or mental health challenges who live independently (with assistance) in their own residences (supportive living) or a community residential property.
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
Addresses all outcomes and goals as outlined on the individual's ISP and BSP are performed
No changes in care are initiated without direction from the Team Leader
Any changes in status are reported to Team Leader, Program Coordinator, or Program Director
Documents care per company policies and procedures, evidenced by notes are completed, accurate and turned in on a timely basis, and in accordance with documentation policy guidelines
When unable to complete an assignment, for any reason, office leadership is informed immediately. Changes in assignment due to consumer or family request must be verified. Amergis Healthcare Services must be aware of changes in assignment and reason for change. Confirms schedule weekly with Team Leader/office leadership
Participates in Multi-disciplinary Team conferences and In-services as requested, verified by sign-in sheets
Mandatory In-services are attended, verified by sign-in sheet
Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
High School diploma or its equivalent
Acceptable motor vehicle driving record
Reliable transportation
Current state driver's license (or state ID if not driving consumers)
Current automobile insurance
Proof of 2 references or per state requirement
Current CPR card per state / client requirement
Current TB skin test per state / client requirement
Proof of six months MRDD experience preferred
First Aide certification per state / client requirement
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 may be required
Computer proficiency required
Must be at least 18 years of age
Benefits
At Amergis, 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 Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis 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.
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