Direct Support Professional

CCRES, Educational & Behavioral Health Services; Downingtown (Chester County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits for 30+ hours/week

Employer paid base medical plan

Dental, vision and other benefits

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan - up to

Employer paid EAP

Tuition discounts

Milestone service awards

Employee referral bonus

Gift card raffles

Paid credential renewals

Job summary

CCRES Educational & Behavioral Health Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide 1:1 to 2:3 support in community settings, helping individuals develop self-help, social, and vocational skills. The role includes transportation and facilitating participation in activities under ISP plans.

Starting at $18/hour and advancing to $20/hour with ample PTO and holidays; 100% community-based with hubs in Downingtown and West Chester.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Physical ability to safely lift 50+ pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1, 1:3 or 2:3 atio services in community settings to assist individuals in developing skills.
• Support self-care, communication, motor skills, mobility, and recreation.
• Provide transportation to enable participation in ISP-based activities.
• Assist individuals to participate in community events and groups.
• Bridge communication gaps to enhance social connections and employment opportunities.

Skills

Driver's license

Lifting up to 50+ lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Make a difference every day by joining CCRES as a Direct Support Professional / DSP!

NOW OFFERING PAID CREDENTIALS - Eliminating upfront costs for necessary clearances & TB screening!

SUMMARY:

• The Direct Support Professional / DSP is a direct service provider supporting consumers in community settings using a person-centered planning approach to assist individuals in acquiring, maintaining, and improving self-help, domestic, socialization, vocational and adaptive skills.

• Location: 100% community based with hubs in Downingtown and West Chester
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm
  • Adjusted schedules available if providing transportation from consumer homes to or from the Achieve program
    • Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:00pm
    • Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm
• Starting rate of $18/hour progressing to $20/hour
• 11 paid holidays
• 10 days Paid Time Off (PTO) per fiscal year

PRIMARY RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Provide 1:1, 1:3 or 2:3 atio services in community settings to assist individuals in acquiring, maintaining, and improving self-help, domestic, socialization, vocational and adaptive skills.
• Provide support in the general areas of self-care, communication, fine and gross motor skills, mobility, personal adjustment and recreation.
• Provide transportation as necessary to enable the individual’s Community Participation Service in accordance with his or her ISP.
• Support the individual to participate in community events, associations, groups, functions, volunteer associations or community work projects.
• Bridge communication gaps and facilitate meaningful social connections within the individual’s community with the ultimate goal of employment or volunteer opportunities.
• Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license required
• Physical ability to safely lift 50+ pounds

CREDENTIALING REQUIREMENTS:

(Clearances & physical must be current within 12 months, TB must be current within 3 months)

• PA Child Abuse (Act 151) Clearance
• PA Criminal (Act 34) Clearance
• PA Department of Human Services (DHS) Federal Criminal History Report (Use DHS Code: 1KG738)
• TB Screening
• Physical examination
• Education Documentation - Diploma OR Official Transcripts

* Paid clearances & TB screening!

CCRES PERKS:

• Employees scheduled for 30+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits
  • Employer paid base medical plan!
• Employees scheduled for 20+ hours per week are eligible for dental, vision, and other supplemental benefits: Life insurance, short-term disability, accidental, critical illness, hospital indemnity, Norton Life Lock identity protection
• 403 (b) Retirement Savings Plan - up to 3% employer match
• Employer paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition discounts through educational partnerships
• Milestone service awards
• Employee referral bonus
• Gift card raffle on pay-day Fridays
• Paid credential renewals

About CCRES

As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, CCRES Educational and Behavioral Health Services is an organization of dedicated and highly-trained staff members who provide quality services to schools, children, adults, and families. We work collaboratively with school districts, intermediate units, and the behavioral health system.

Mission Statement

Connecting schools and communities with caring professionals and resources that make a difference where it matters most.

CCRES is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.