Residential DSP - BH
About PATH
PATH (People Acting to Help) Inc. is a comprehensive Community Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disability Center serving Northeast Philadelphia. The organization regularly achieves the highest levels of accreditation, including a 5‑Star Provider Rating by CBH, and has received recognition and awards for its high‑quality, innovative programs and staff accomplishments. PATH’s mission is to help individuals achieve a more independent and fulfilling life.
Why Work at PATH – Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Annual increases
- Performance and longevity bonuses
- Comprehensive benefits package for staff and family
- Generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time
- No‑cost pension plan
- Ongoing professional development opportunities, including licensure supervision
- Cutting‑edge treatment facility, resources, and treatment modalities
- Opportunities for advancement and growth within the organization
- Eligibility for the Federal Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
- Referral bonus for referring a friend who accepts employment
Job Summary
Promote PATH’s mission by providing direct care, support, structure, skill training, and therapeutic interventions to service participants in collaboration with the BHID Integrated Clinical Services team. Services are delivered in the home and community.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent and 12 credit hours from an accredited college/university, or an approved waiver from CBH with a rationale for hiring without the required credit hours.
- At least 2 years of experience in human services (paid or unpaid), preferably with adults who have psychiatric and/or intellectual disabilities.
- Ability to use an Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Valid driver’s license.
- COVID‑19 vaccination, or willingness to receive the vaccine.
Physical Demands
Must be able to assist in crisis management interventions, administer CPR/First Aid, and help individuals with mobility issues as needed.
Specific Duties
- Provide supervision of residents at all times in accordance with their integrated individual support plan.
- Maintain a supportive, therapeutic relationship with each service participant.
- Be aware of each participant’s individual service plan, history, medications, current needs, and any special accommodations required.
- Act as a role model at all times, maintaining appropriate boundaries and demonstrating effective communication skills.
- Maintain clear and consistent expectations of each service participant while ensuring a safe, supportive environment.
PATH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.