Direct Support Professional 1

SPHS GROUP•Washington, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

CONNECT, INC. has multiple Part-Time positions available at their Washington, PA location. The Direct Support Professional 1 role is responsible for maintaining the general security and cleanliness of the assigned emergency residence facility while aiding clients with daily living. This role involves monitoring evening/weekend operations, ensuring the safety and security of the facility and residents, and responding to emergencies. The position also includes providing hands-on instruction for housing service plans, participating in staff meetings, and undergoing training to develop skills for assisting clients.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED or an equivalent combination of skills, experience and education may be considered at the discretion of the Agency.
Ability to receive, understand, and communicate with effectiveness and follow instructions.
Must have ability to utilize electronic medical records.
Must have a valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License and safe driving record.
Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance from the Pennsylvania State Police, Child Abuse Clearance from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and FBI Fingerprint Clearance.
Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal healthcare program.

Responsibilities

Monitors the evening/weekend operation of the emergency residential site.
Responsible for locking and opening the residential site at the appropriate times, daily, and ensures the safety of the residential site and residents.
Maintains proper condition, cleanliness, and safety of residential site, and responds appropriately to emergency situations.
Provides hands on instruction to implement housing service plans.
Participates in regular staff meetings, and training to develop basic knowledge and skills necessary to assist clients.
Other duties as required.