DE DSP Augustine Place - Part-Time No Benefits (35531)

St Johns Community Services; Delaware; On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Retirement plans

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

St Johns Community Services in Bear, DE, is looking for a part-time individual to provide supervision and training to persons served, ensuring their wellbeing and health. Responsibilities include administering medications and planning inclusive activities.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and experience with persons with disabilities. The role offers benefits like medical, dental, and a family-friendly culture.

Qualifications

• One or more years of experience working with persons with disabilities; experience in community-based programs preferred.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license with current driving record in good standing preferred.
• Must meet current requirements for criminal background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and training to facilitate social wellbeing and health.
• Administer medication according to established procedures.
• Assist persons served in using public transportation.

Skills

Knowledge of community resources

Effective communication skills

Proficiency with relevant computer systems

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Augustine Place, Bear, DE 19701
Position Type: PT/NB – No benefits
Job Category: Health Care
SHIFT: Saturday‑Sunday 9:00AM – 11:00PM

Responsibilities

• Provide appropriate supervision and training to persons served to facilitate their social wellbeing, health and safety in the least restrictive environment.
• Administer medication to persons served according to medication administration procedures and upon completion of required state certifications.
• Assist persons served in using public transportation or arranging transport to access community resources.
• Plan and implement daily activities that promote social inclusion and build social capital for each person served.
• Follow prescribed SJCS procedures to document supports provided, including progress toward skill acquisition, choices, health matters, achievements and challenges.
• Attend and participate in all mandated events, workshops, training, investigations and meetings.
• Ensure responsible usage of personal and agency resources such as vehicles, property and finances.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Minimum Experience, Education, and Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
• One or more years of experience working with persons with disabilities; experience in community‑based programs preferred.
• Valid health certificate required to meet current funding jurisdiction requirements.
• Valid state‑issued driver’s license with current driving record in good standing preferred.
• Must meet SJCS and funding jurisdiction current requirements for criminal background/records checks.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of community resources that facilitate social inclusion and autonomy of persons served.
• Ability to acquire working knowledge of St. John’s Community Services policies and procedures.
• Ability to represent St. John’s Community Services publicly.
• Effective communication and coordination skills with staff and individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of acceptable meal assistance and safety practices and procedures.
• Proficiency with relevant computer systems, hardware, software and office machines.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times.
• Work environment involves risks such as safe operation of a motor vehicle, lifting, transferring and/or positioning persons served, exposure to aggressive behavior and use of office equipment, and prevention of trips and falls.

Other Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, STD and other benefits with company contributions.
• Retirement plans.
• Company‑paid LTD.
• Connectivity reimbursements (some employees).
• PTO, vacation and sick time off.
• Flexibility.
• Family‑friendly culture.
• Opportunity to help others live their best life.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.