Direct Support Professional

Redeemer Health•Abington Township, PA

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About The Position

This position provides an opportunity to share one's life on a daily basis with individuals with Intellectual Disabilities. The Direct Support Professional provides overall support to individuals by teaching skills that foster independence and community integration. Employees are expected to perform their job in light of Redeemer Health's Mission and Values. Every role contributes to providing healthcare, with an ongoing responsibility to demonstrate Respect, Compassion, Justice, Hospitality, a Holistic Approach, Stewardship, and Collaboration in interactions and service. Redeemer Health describes its onboarding program, ExperienceU, as preparing employees for long-term success and familiarizing them with its commitment to excellence and service. The organization also mentions health care and dental coverage, retirement savings plans, and educational assistance.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Basic computer literacy and ability to navigate data systems.
One year of experience in a caregiver role; work, volunteer, or life experience, preferably in the intellectual disabilities service system.
Ability to facilitate communication between internal and external customers.
Excellent basic and persuasive communication skills.
Valid Pennsylvania driver's license.
Satisfactory background checks, including Pennsylvania Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance, Act 34 Criminal Clearance, and Act 73 FBI Clearance.

Responsibilities

Provide overall support to individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Teach skills that foster independence and community integration.
Perform the job in light of Redeemer Health's Mission and Values.
Demonstrate Respect, Compassion, Justice, Hospitality, a Holistic Approach, Stewardship, and Collaboration in interactions and service.