Direct Suport Professional

 Providing for and assisting with personal care needs, such as bathing, shaving, shampooing hair, dressing and grooming, oral hygiene and perinea care  Assisting with ambulating, including the use of canes (quad, std.), walkers and wheelchairs, when applicable  Assuring client safety and maintaining a safe environment  Caring for intact skin to prevent skin breakdown  Assisting with toileting, including bedpans, urinals and commode chairs  Clean and file fingernails and toenails  Assisting with safe client transfers and proper body positioning  Reminding/assisting client with self-administration of medications (with proper training)  Encouraging self-help activities  Performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (required to have evidence of CPR.)  Turning oxygen concentrator unit on only as directed by client  Responding to and reporting emergency situations to the supervisory/management staff  Reporting changes in client’s condition or family situation to the office  Contacting supervisor about client/family requests that are not designated on Assignment of Duties/Care plan  Adhering to client’s rights  Maintaining client confidentiality  Documenting services provided on the appropriate time card flow sheet, according to agency policies and procedures  Performing home management functions, such as light housekeeping, laundry, bed making and cleaning  Planning meals, shopping for groceries, preparing and serving food/meals, feeding and clean-up  Accompanying client to scheduled appointments  Transporting clients or running errands for client  Working in the home or remaining at the home while the client is absent (only with supervisor’s approval)  Providing companionship to the client

Ability to read, write, understand and communicate written and oral instructions. Valid Driver's License

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