Direct Support Professional (PRN)
Our vast array of services — educational, employment, vocational, residential, habilitative, and behavioral health — are delivered through a network of national and international affiliates. This allows us to take a comprehensive, holistic approach to improving the lives of every person we serve — those who receive and those who reap the benefits of our innovative, responsive solutions.
About the role
Under the general direction of the Division Manager of Residential Services, with specific supervision from the House Manager, you will provide support, personal assistance, training, and quality care to people with intellectual disabilities residing in a community group home.
Responsibilities
- Assist persons served in reaching their goals of becoming more independent
- Act as a positive role model for persons served
- Provide guidance, instruction, coaching, and support, in accordance with individual plans
- Engage individuals in beneficial programs and activities
- Transport and accompany individuals into the community for appointments and outings
- Directly assist with personal care as needed
- Assist with meal preparation and routine homemaking duties
- Assume responsibility for the safety of the person served including medical/medication needs
- Apply approved behavior plans and intervention strategies as/if needed
- Complete records and reports; collect data according to Agency policy
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Pennsylvania Child Abuse, Criminal, and fingerprint-based federal criminal history clearances
- Verification that employee is not on any Medicaid/Medicare Exclusion list
At the discretion of the Personnel Officer, additional related experience and/or education may be substituted instead of the requirements specified.
Benefits
For Full-Time Employees (>30 hours/week):
- Competitive Pay
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement options
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent, and Transportation)
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 403(b) with Employer Match
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
Pay
$17.50/hour
Schedule
PRN
Location: Wallingford, PA
Program: Residential Habilitative Program