Direct Support Professional 1

Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services; Greensburg (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits for elig.

Retirement plan with agency match

Tuition discounts with partnering inst

Career advancement opportunities

Generous time off

Job summary

Westmoreland County Connect Inc is seeking part-time personnel to support the Welcome Home Shelter in Greensburg, PA. Evening and night shifts from 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM and midnight 12:00 AM to 8:00 AM are available.

Responsibilities include maintaining a secure, clean, and safe residential site while aiding residents with daily living and housing plans. Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED, the ability to communicate effectively, and be capable of following instructions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent
• Ability to understand and communicate effectively with residents
• Experience using electronic medical records (EMR) preferred

Responsibilities

• Monitor the evening/weekend operation of the emergency residential site.
• Lock and unlock the residential site at scheduled times to ensure safety.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of the site and respond to emergencies.
• Provide hands-on instruction to implement housing service plans.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings to enhance skills for client support.

Skills

Effective communication

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Westmoreland County Connect Inc - Greensburg, PA 15601

Overview

Position Type:

Part Time

Job Shift:

Evening/Night

Description

• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Tuition Discounts
• Career Advancement

CONNECT, INC.

Welcome Home Shelter, Greensburg, PA

Multiple Part-Time Positions Available

Midnight 12:00AM to 8:00AM and Nights 4:00PM to 12:00AM

Overall Function:

Maintains the general security, cleanliness, of the assigned emergency residence facility while aiding clients with daily living.

Essential Functions:

• Monitors the evening/weekend operation of the emergency residential site.
• Responsible for locking and opening the residential site at the appropriate times, daily, and ensures the safety of the residential site and residents.
• Maintains proper condition, cleanliness, and safety of residential site, and responds appropriately to emergency situations.
• Provides hands on instruction to implement housing service plans.
• Participates in regular staff meetings, and training to develop basic knowledge and skills necessary to assist clients.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or an equivalent combination of skills, experience and education may be considered at the discretion of the Agency.
• Ability to receive, understand, and community with effectiveness and follow instructions.
• Must have ability to utilize electronic medical records.
• Must have a valid Pennsylvania Driver's License and safe driving record.
• Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance from the Pennsylvania State Police, Child Abuse Clearance from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and FBI Fingerprint Clearance.
• Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal health care program.

Available Benefits:

• Medical and dental benefits for eligible employees.
• Retirement plan with potential for agency match.
• Tuition discounts with partnering colleges and universities.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Generous time off for eligible employees.
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