Direct Support Professional 1

SPHS GROUP • Washington, PA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

CONNECT, INC. is hiring a Direct Support Professional for its Washington Family Shelter in Washington, Pennsylvania. The role maintains the security, cleanliness, condition, and safety of an emergency residential facility while assisting clients with daily living. The position monitors evening and weekend operations, opens and locks the site at the appropriate times, responds to emergencies, and provides hands-on instruction to help clients implement housing service plans. The employee also takes part in staff meetings and training to develop the knowledge and skills needed to assist clients, and performs other duties as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or an equivalent combination of skills, experience, and education, subject to the Agency’s discretion.
• Ability to receive and understand information, communicate effectively, and follow instructions.
• Ability to use electronic medical records.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Must successfully obtain Pennsylvania State Police Criminal History Clearance, Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Child Abuse Clearance, and FBI Fingerprint Clearance.
• Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal health care program.

Responsibilities

• Monitor evening and weekend operations of the emergency residential site.
• Open and lock the residential site at the appropriate times each day.
• Help ensure the safety and security of the site and its residents.
• Maintain the residential site’s condition, cleanliness, and safety.
• Respond appropriately to emergency situations.
• Provide hands-on instruction to implement housing service plans.
• Participate in regular staff meetings and training.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits for eligible employees.
• Retirement plan with potential for agency match.
• Tuition discounts with partnering colleges and universities.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Generous time off for eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED