Direct Support Professional

Community Options Job Board; Indiana (PA); Sur place; USD 19 000 - 27 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Employee discounts

403b Retirement Plan

Career growth opportunities

Résumé du poste

Community Options, Inc. is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff and Home Health Aides in Indiana, PA. Starting pay is $16.40/hour with paid training for new hires.

A $250 sign-on bonus is available after meeting attendance and training requirements. No experience is required, with a 90-day probationary period following ED approvals. Positions include Full-Time, Part-Time, and PRN options in residential, day programs and community settings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• No experience required; paid training provided.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Responsabilités

• Foster a meaningful relationship between individuals and their community.
• Utilize Person Centered Plans to assess needs.
• Assist with daily living and independence skills and personal care.
• Monitor health and medical needs and report concerns.
• Support learning and development of independent skills.
• Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities.
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities as needed.
• Complete program documentation and billable records accurately.
• cooperate with licensee and department staff during inspections or inquiries.
• Maintain high school diploma or GED as a baseline requirement.
• Possess a valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving history.
• Establish a comfortable, supportive relationship and stay calm in crises.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Valid driver's license

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Description du poste

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are now hiring Full-Time, Part-Time, PRN Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Indiana, PA to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is afantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference! No experience required– we provide PAID training!

Starting pay is $16.40/hour

New hires are eligible for a sign-on bonus of $250.00 payable after working all scheduled hours with no unexcused call outs, complete all required trainings, and fulfill all required trainings. Additionally, must successfully pass the 90-day introductory/probationary period per the ED’s approval including performance standards.

Responsibilities

• Foster a meaningful relationship between the individuals and their community
• Utilize Person Centered Plans to assess an individual's needs
• Assist individuals with their daily living and independence skills/personal care
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
• Assist with the learning and development of independent and community-based skills
• Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Working Conditions

• Work in residential programs, day programs, and in the community
• Transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
• Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours
• Overtime may be required due to business needs
• May be required to lift or move 25+ pounds

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Generous PTO
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Incredible career growth opportunities

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Equal Opportunity Employer
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