Residential Direct Support Professional I - Philadelphia County
About The Position
Position : Residential Direct Support Professional I Location : Developmental Disabilities Program, Philadelphia County Availability of Position : Immediately (Multiple positions available) Schedule: Part-time hours available; Weekends Reporting Relationship : Program Coordinators Salary and Grade : $16.00 per hour; 72 Non-Exempt The Salvation Army is hiring and offers Full-Time employees a truly excellent benefit package to eligible employees including: · Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, up to 3 personal days, vacation time and sick time. · Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment) · Comprehensive health care coverage with low cost employee premiums, co-pays and deductibles · Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life · Flexible Spending Accounts · Remitted Tuition Program · Eligibility for the Federal Government’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program · Most importantly – a job with a good purpose! Part-Time Employees are offered: · Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, vacation time and sick time. · Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment) · Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life · Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!
Requirements
- Minimum requirement of a High School Diploma/GED with a valid driver’s license.
- Experience should include supports to people with a range of Intellectual Disabilities, including individuals with dual diagnoses and physical disabilities.
- Familiarity with policies, procedures and regulations toward the abilities of individuals with disabilities preferred.
- Position requires a positive attitude toward the abilities of the individuals with disabilities, good communication skills and the desire to engage people in activities that meet their interests and broaden their horizons.
- Ability to work with management, staff, families and funding sources in a respectful and courteous manner.
- Ability to effectively communicate with staff and person(s) we provide services for.
- Ability to initiate problem solving.
- Must be able to provide all clearances.
- It is essential to support The Salvation Army by having an appreciation and understanding of The Salvation Army mission.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with policies, procedures and regulations toward the abilities of individuals with disabilities preferred.
Responsibilities
- This position is a non-exempt position with responsibility for supports to persons with developmental disabilities residing in residential programs in Philadelphia County.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, up to 3 personal days, vacation time and sick time.
- Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment)
- Comprehensive health care coverage with low cost employee premiums, co-pays and deductibles
- Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Remitted Tuition Program
- Eligibility for the Federal Government’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- a job with a good purpose!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
