Direct Support Professional/Caregiver - Home Based Care in Scranton & Surrounding Areas

Abound Health; Newfoundland; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused support organization is seeking Direct Support Professionals in Newfoundland, striving to enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities. This role offers between $15 and $20 per hour, a $1,000 signing bonus, and various benefits after qualifying hours worked. Ideal candidates are compassionate, have a passion for caregiving, possess a high school diploma, and are at least 18 years old. Join a team committed to making a difference, with flexible schedules and weekly pay.

Benefits

Signing bonus

Weekly pay

Medical benefits

Paid onboarding training

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to work independently in the community or client’s home.
• CPR/First Aid Certification Training is provided by company.

Responsibilities

• Promote client outcomes in behavioral, social, and vocational realms.
• Assist client participation in leisure/recreational activities.
• Provide respite and companionship to offer relief to family or primary caregiver.

Skills

Client outcomes promotion

Compassion for individuals with disabilities

Documentation and reporting

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Direct Support Professional/Caregiver - Home Based Care in Scranton & Surrounding Areas

Now Hiring Home-Based Direct Support Professionals in Scranton, PA & Surrounding Areas!

*****$1,000 Signing Bonus Available!*****

Our Team Needs You! Immediate openings to work with individuals with disabilities and truly make a difference in their lives.

At Abound Health, we are proud to specialize in helping individuals with I/DD reach their fullest potential. Abound Health is committed to a culture that inspires longevity, latitude, creativity, balance, and fulfillment.

We are actively seeking dedicated DSP/Caregivers to provide In Home & Community Support, Companion Services, Community Participation Support and Respite Services.

We have immediate needs in the following areas:

• Jermyn, PA
• Dunmore, PA
• Newfoundland, PA
• Scranton, PA
• Dickson City, PA
• Covington Township, PA
• Jessup, PA

Responsibilities/Qualifications

• Promote client outcomes in behavioral, social, and vocational realms
• Assist client participation in leisure/recreational activities
• Maintain a schedule of services/activities in a treatment plan and report on status of health and safety objectives
• Provide respite and companionship to offer relief to family or primary caregiver
• Complete and submit documentation and payroll data according to scheduled deadlines
• Complete initial and ongoing training and staff development activities
• Ability to achieve competency in required knowledge, skills, and abilities
• Ability to work independently in the community and/or the client’s home
• Willingness to address personal care needs when necessary, based on individual client needs
• Passion and experience working with individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) is preferred

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license, current automotive insurance, and reliable transportation
• Ability to pass criminal record, driving record, and healthcare registry checks
• Lifting may be required depending on individual client needs
• CPR/First Aid Certification Training is provided by company

Pay

• $15-20/HR

Schedule

Experience

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
• Flexible Schedules; Weekly Pay; Competitive Wages; Paid Onboarding Training;
• Eligibility of some benefits are based on hours worked include:
  • Medical; Dental; Life Insurance; 401K
• $333 paid out after working 90 days with an average of 20 hours per week
• $333 paid out after working 6 months (180 days) with an average of 20 hours per week
• $334 paid out after working 1 year (365 days) with an average of 20 hours per week
• Applicant cannot have been employed by Abound Health (or any of our newly acquired companies) in the past 18 months
• Signing bonus not applicable for Residential Services
• Employees hired as Relative as Providers (RAPs) are not eligible for the Signing Bonus

If you are interested in becoming a part of our community or would like to learn more about available opportunities, please apply online or email us at [e-mail].