Direct Support Professional

PATH People Acting To Help • Philadelphia, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

PATH Inc. is hiring a Direct Support Professional to support people with intellectual disabilities in living full, active, and engaged lives in the community. The role is based at a residential site and involves hands-on assistance and skill-building in daily living, health, and home safety. Some shifts begin in the evening and include paid overnight sleep time until the following morning; one weekend day is included. The posting lists pay at $17.36 per hour and states that the position is full-time, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• A willingness to make a difference in the lives of people with an intellectual disability.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance and hands-on skill-building in daily living, including hygiene, grooming, clothing care, laundry, cooking, nutrition, dietary needs, meal preparation, menu development, grocery shopping, household maintenance, and cleaning.
• Support individuals in maintaining good health by knowing their medical history, current health issues, physicians, and other health professionals.
• Promote safety in the home by teaching safety precautions.
• Provide lifting or transfer support as needed to help ensure individuals’ mobility and safety.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $17.36 per hour
• Annual increases
• Performance and longevity bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package for staff and family
• Paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time
• No-cost pension plan with company matching and contributions
• Ongoing professional development opportunities, including licensure supervision
• Paid training, including medication administration, CPR, and crisis intervention
• Opportunities for advancement and growth
• Eligibility for the Federal Public Student Loan Forgiveness program
• Referral bonus for referring a friend who accepts employment
• Health insurance, including medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage, for employees working 30 or more hours per week
• Flexible spending account option
• Bereavement leave
• Jury duty pay
• Life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed