Non-Residential Direct Support Professional (NR-DSP) -NR-06

Fitzmaurice Community Services, Inc.•Various, PA

About The Position

Fitzmaurice Community Services, Inc. (FCS) is a nonprofit serving adults with behavioral health and intellectual disabilities in Carbon, Monroe, and Pike counties. FCS supports individuals in achieving independence, individuality, productivity, and inclusion through personalized care and a range of programs. The Non-Residential Direct Support Professional works across Employment, IHCS, Companion, and Supported Living services. The role supports individuals in pursuing their goals and developing vocational, social, communication, and independent-living skills in community and workplace settings. The position is scheduled for 25 hours per week, Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.; hours may vary, and flexibility is preferred to accommodate program needs. Paid training is provided, and no experience is required.

Requirements

Must be 18 years or older.
Ability to pass and maintain Medication Certification and CPR/First Aid Certifications.
Must provide and maintain a valid U.S. driver’s license.
Must be insurable under company policy.
Flexibility to accommodate program needs is preferred.

Nice To Haves

NADSP certification upon completion of the 90-day probationary period qualifies for a $500 incentive.

Responsibilities

Arrive on time at the specified site.
Assist individuals with work responsibilities in ways that foster independence.
Build and maintain positive relationships with individuals, supervisors, and coworkers in the workplace.
Assess the vocational, social, communication, and independent skills required by the specific job setting.
Analyze tasks as needed and provide guidance to participants or clients.
Identify needed job-site modifications and discuss recommendations with the AVP of the Department.
Comply with job-site policies and procedures.
Report individuals’ needs, problems, or concerns to the AVP.
Complete service notes for each shift worked with an individual in Connect.
Encourage, guide, and train individuals in developing skills in accordance with their ISP.
Provide a safe, clean, comfortable, and therapeutic environment during community activities.
Support individuals in achieving goals for Employment, IHCS, Companion, and Supported Living services.
Build trusting, collaborative relationships with individuals in community settings and support progress consistent with their goals.