Direct Support Professional- ICF
About The Position
COMHAR is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professional (DSP) for its Intermediate Care Facility/Intellectual Disability (ICF/ID) program in Philadelphia. The program serves individuals with profound to severe intellectual disabilities and related conditions. In a residential setting, the DSP provides person-centered services and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, promoting their dignity, privacy, independence, and safety. The position assists with daily living activities, personal care, household tasks, and community engagement. Full-time and part-time positions are available across multiple shifts.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Current Pennsylvania driver’s license, satisfactory driving record, and eligibility to operate program vehicles.
- Six months of related experience in an IDD residential facility, ICF facility, or related environment.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy of consumer records and information.
- Ability to acquire working knowledge of COMHAR policies and applicable regulations.
- Attention to detail to support resident safety and safe operation of program vehicles.
- Ability to work well with individuals with varying emotional and cognitive challenges.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
- Ability to complete assignments in a timely manner while following COMHAR procedures.
Nice To Haves
- CNA background is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Provide respectful, person-centered residential support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Assist with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, household tasks, and healthy routines.
- Support meal preparation and proper nutrition, serve meals, and complete cleanup.
- Administer approved medications according to guidelines.
- Safely operate COMHAR vehicles to transport consumers as needed.
- Complete accurate and timely documentation for assigned duties.
- Immediately report crises, unusual incidents, or concerns to the Site Manager.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, required training, and quality improvement activities.
- Maintain confidentiality of consumer information and follow organizational policies.
- Provide crisis intervention using approved techniques.
- Assist at other sites when cross-trained.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance
- Life and disability coverage
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- Voluntary options including disability, accident, and pet insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
