Direct Support Professional
About The Position
Community Passages is a community-based residential program designed to provide a homelike environment for individuals with developmental disabilities and dual diagnoses, many of whom present significantly challenging behaviors and most of whom previously resided at state centers and hospitals. Residents develop life skills, increase their self-esteem, and are empowered to make choices for themselves. Person-centered planning, self-determination, and personalization foster individualized programs in an open and safe environment encouraging consumer empowerment and personal growth. We have Full time openings in the following areas, Gibsonia & Verona, PA. Full time is 40 hours a week, and the established shifts vary. Our days are split into 7 am to 3 pm shifts, 3 to 11 pm shifts, and awake overnights from 11 pm to 7 am. Full time employees choose from a selection of great benefits, and earn paid time off! We are also seeking part time and relief direct support professionals. We are currently hiring for the following shift:Gibsonia: 3p-11p.Verona: ALL shifts.The Direct Support Professional is responsible for the safety and supervision of our consumers with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities, and Behavioral health histories to facilitate healthy and socially acceptable behaviors while living in community-based sites. This position will coordinate with clinical staff, implement residentially based interventions and assist the clients in achieving their clinical assignments. The DSP is responsible for fulfilling the obligations as outlined in the client’s program plan. The DSP will prompt or assist, as necessary, to ensure the clients participate in the activities of daily living, in both the home and the community. A commitment to the RHD values should be demonstrated as job duties are performed.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED is required, associates or bachelor’s degree is preferred. You must be able to provide proof of your education.
- Basic computer and internet literacy with the ability to utilize applications like emails, time recording and other programs to enter and retrieve data as necessary to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Subject to employment screenings, including FBI clearance. if applicable.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in the human services field, preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide supervision of individuals in accordance with the person-centered ISP; supporting someone to work towards outcomes identified in ISP and other Person-Centered Support Plans.
- Complete required documentation.
- Administer Medication.
- Provide transportation to consumers.
- Support consumers in activities of daily living, meal prep, toileting, hygiene, as appropriate.
- Assist in Community Integration Activities and access to community Supports including medical. appointments, social security access, etc.
- Complete all other miscellaneous tasks as assigned by supervisor.
Benefits
- Full time employees choose from a selection of great benefits, and earn paid time off!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
