FT/Direct Support Professional / Salisbury Behavioral Health
About The Position
We are hiring for: FT/Direct Support Professional / Salisbury Behavioral Health Type: Regular If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services! Supervises and coordinates activities of Direct Support employees and manages operations of the facility/facilities assigned by performing the duties below. Also, supervises and coordinates activities of other Home Managers at the unit. Relies on knowledge, experience, and judgment to provide quality services to the people supported. Leads and directs the work of others. We are hiring a Caregiver / Direct Care / Direct Support Professional - Salisbury Behavioral Health If you are looking for a fulfilling opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people facing mental health, and substance abuse challenges, then join our team! The Position: Direct Support Professional: Provides support for individuals and/or groups of persons with disabilities in the community. Assists the person(s) receiving services in identifying and communicating his or her requests and needs for services and supports.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- At least 18 years of age
- Valid drivers’ license
- Regular required to lift 20 lbs.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs.
- Must be able to pull a minimum of 25 lbs.
- Must be able to squat, kneel, crawl, crouch, climb, and stoop.
- Must be able to regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
- Required to regularly stand and walk.
- Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in CPR from the floor level requiring to work on hands, knees, bending, standing and lifting.
- Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.
- Must be able to talk and hear.
Nice To Haves
- Home Manager experience, with a proven job performance history of being able to manage multiple responsibilities in an organized manner, meeting assigned deadlines.
- College training preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist with Health and Safety Procedures- Assist with People Supported Development
- Assists with Person Supported Community Life
- Provides support to team members and supervisors
- Assists with person-centered plan and outcomes
- Assists with medical requests
- Assist with data collection and reporting
Benefits
- Payactiv: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday!
- Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money!
- Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
- Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)
- 401(k) retirement savings program
- Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial
- Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
- Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
