Respite care provider vs direct support staff

Differences between respite care provider and direct support staff duties and responsibilities

Respite care provider example responsibilities.

• Aid and facilitate higher functioning patients reach their fullest potential while managing behavioral episodes as needed.
• Certify as head agency trainer for CPR and first aid.
• Assist with medication, ADL's, and recreational activities within the home.
• Promote care for disable individuals, helping with their ADL's and IADL's.
• Complete ongoing mandatory training and periodic renewal of specific certifications such as CPR, first aid, OIS, etc.
• Provide emotional and physical support to caregivers of children with autism.
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Direct support staff example responsibilities.

• Ensure HIPAA compliance and provide client education.
• Perform first aid, CPR and seizure care when require.
• Assist mentally disable adults with ADL such as bathing cooking clothing, cleaning and medication administration.
• Administer medication, provide transportation, assist with ADL skills, and inspire consumers to be independent.
• Provide caring and companionship to elderly and developmentally disable consumers and provide primary resident care and assistance with daily living activities.
• Maintain a safe and supportive environment while learning proper case management and the importance of ISP's and BSP's.
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