Job Order Detail

Description

The role of Direct Support Staff is to help and support residents who reside at Cheshire Homes to live a meaningful life in which they develop skills and work to reach their goals.

Persons accepting this position must understand and accept that the needs of the resident define the parameters of the staff duties. This means as peoples lives change so will the supports required to live a full meaningful life.

This position requires an attitude of flexibility and open mindedness to change. This position is physically demanding and requires full body movement, as well as the ability to be on your feet for hours at a time. Applicants must be able to speak and write English.

Duties Include, but not limited to:
* Provide support in all aspects of life: personal care, social interaction, feeding, and supported decision making while in the mind set of Person-Centered Principles.
* Maintain availability to residents to provide support, active listening, and assistance when needed.
* Maintain awareness of the health status of each resident and assist in early detection of health concerns. Distribute medication in accordance with Medication Accreditation. Staff may be asked to attend medical appointments with residents.
*  A range of moderate to intense physical exertion is required when assisting residents with dressing, personal care, transfers and lifts, and some cleaning.
* Ability to write daily progress notes, medical notes, staff communication notes, incident reports and all other documentation assigned, while using a professional and objective style.
* Be knowledgeable and abide by all established policies and procedures of Cheshire Homes and of the work location where you are assigned.
* Complete household duties, such as: cooking, cleaning, trash removal, laundry, shoveling, etc.
* Interact appropriately and communicate effectively with residents, team members, supervisors, and community partners.