Direct Support Professional 1

C A R E CENTER INC; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Retirement plan with agency match

Tuition discounts with partnering cols

Career advancement opportunities

Generous time off

Be an SPHS Hero!

Job summary

The CARE Center, Inc. in Washington, PA is seeking both full-time and part-time staff to help maintain the safety and security of individuals at the crisis stabilization/diversion unit.

Responsibilities include guiding individuals through crisis plans, assisting with crisis resolution, and coordinating transportation in insured vehicles when needed. Staff also lead activities, prepare meals, document care, and maintain a clean, orderly unit while protecting confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to receive, understand, and communicate information with effectiveness, and follow instructions.
• Ability to transport oneself in an insured vehicle, as program needs dictate.
• Ability to safely operate a variety of agency vehicles.
• Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance from the PA State Police, Child Abuse Clearance from the PA Department of Human Services and FBI Fingerprint Clearance.
• Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal health care program.

Responsibilities

• Provides hands-on instruction to individuals to implement crisis plans and assist with crisis resolution.
• Can assist with transportation to medical appointments as necessary.
• Reports to the supervisor any individual’s needs that would affect their current crisis plan of care.
• Conducts recreational and social activities with individuals while at the crisis unit.
• Responsible for meal preparation for the stabilization/diversion unit individuals.
• Participates in regular staff training to develop basic knowledge and skills to assist the individuals while at the unit.
• Maintains overall cleanliness of the crisis stabilization/diversion unit and reports any repair needs to the program supervisor.
• Maintains proper documentation of all assistance and support provided to everyone identified by the crisis plan of care.
• Monitors and assists individuals with their activities of daily living skills.
• Other duties as required.
• Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations, and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Driving

Safety awareness

Following instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Washington Crisis - Washington, PA 15301

Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time

Job Shift: Any

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Tuition Discounts
• Career Advancement

The CARE Center, Inc.

Full Time and Part-Time Positions

Washington, PA Location

Overall Function

Maintains the general safety and security of individuals at the crisis stabilization/diversion unit.

Essential Functions

• Provides hands-on instruction to individuals to implement crisis plans and assist with crisis resolution.
• Can assist with transportation to medical appointments as necessary.
• Reports to the supervisor any individual’s needs that would affect their current crisis plan of care.
• Conducts recreational and social activities with individuals while at the crisis unit.
• Responsible for meal preparation for the stabilization/diversion unit individuals.
• Participates in regular staff training to develop basic knowledge and skills to assist the individuals while at the unit.
• Maintains overall cleanliness of the crisis stabilization/diversion unit and reports any repair needs to the program supervisor.
• Maintains proper documentation of all assistance and support provided to everyone identified by the crisis plan of care.
• Monitors and assists individuals with their activities of daily living skills.
• Other duties as required.
• Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations, and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to receive, understand, and communicate information with effectiveness, and follow instructions.
• Ability to transport oneself in an insured vehicle, as program needs dictate.
• Ability to safely operate a variety of agency vehicles.
• Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance from the PA State Police, Child Abuse Clearance from the PA 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 are available to 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.
• Be an SPHS Hero!

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