Direct Support Professional

CADES•Bristol Township, PA

16d•$17 - $0•Onsite

About The Position

CADES, a nonprofit human services organization serving children and adults with intellectual and physical disabilities, seeks a Direct Support Professional (DSP). The DSP works with other team members to implement support plans for adults with intellectual and/or physical challenges, provide services specified in individual support plans, and meet personal care needs. The position is located at 32 Broadleaf in Levittown, Pennsylvania. It is full-time, with a listed hourly salary of $17.00. The role is in the Union job category, has no travel, and lists the shift as “Any.”

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of experience working with individuals with multiple disabilities in a residential or day program, including a strong understanding of safety and communication support for individuals with physical disabilities.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage and prioritize multiple, often competing, priorities.
Ability to request, accept, and use feedback and training appropriately.
Strong attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
Excellent judgment, with the ability to solve problems and make decisions independently with little or no direct supervision.
Ability to anticipate needed changes or identify problem areas and take effective action.
Excellent customer interaction, collaboration, presentation, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to perform CPR and crisis intervention using agency-trained protocols.
Basic experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to pass and maintain CADES driving and securement certifications.
Current, valid driver’s license in the state of residence, at least three years of driving experience within the United States, and an acceptable driving record.
Ability to perform the essential job functions, including lifting at least 20 pounds and bending, twisting, and turning.

Nice To Haves

Experience in human services settings such as aging services, behavioral health, psychiatric hospitals, IDD, mental health, drug and alcohol services, or children and youth services.
Knowledge of electronic health record systems.

Responsibilities

Provide care and guidance to individuals and provide the level of supervision specified in each individual’s individualized service plan (ISP).
Provide a family living atmosphere for individuals.
Meet individuals’ personal hygiene needs and ensure they are dressed appropriately for the weather.
Prepare and monitor balanced meals in accordance with individuals’ dietary needs, and maintain the required supply of suitable food and drink at the site.
Assist in developing specific monthly programs for individuals.
Complete individuals’ laundry when appropriate and store clothing neatly and appropriately.
Provide transportation for individuals’ needs.
Prepare and deliver materials, changes of clothing, meals, drinks, adaptive equipment, medication, diapers, and other items needed for individuals’ day services; check bags when individuals return home.
Use and care for adaptive and medical equipment, and promptly report broken or lost equipment to the House Supervisor.
Maintain a safe and secure environment for individuals, themselves, and coworkers.
Complete agency-specific forms and submit forms and receipts to the appropriate party in a timely manner.
Administer medication according to agency protocol, maintain an adequate medication supply, and complete medication logs according to protocol.