Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Akron (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health insurance

Dental/Vision/Life

401(k) plan

Awards program

Job summary

Amergis Healthcare Staffing seeks a Direct Support Personnel II to assist individuals with intellectual disabilities or mental health challenges in daily living and social skills at home or community settings. You will work directly with residents, following each person’s Individual Service Plan to provide supportive care.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, CPR if applicable, and compliance with relevant standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance may be required.
• CPR certification if applicable and compliance with standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with disabilities in daily living and interpersonal skills.
• Follow each resident's Individual Service Plan and guidance from supervisors.
• Support activities in home, community or residential settings.

Skills

Prioritization

Valid driver's license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Direct Support Personnel II assists individuals withintellectual disabilities or mental health challenges with growth anddevelopment of interpersonal skills and activities of daily living in the home,community or residential setting. The Direct Support Personnel II worksdirectly with the resident and provides supports for activities of daily livingand adaptive skills. The Direct Support Personnel II should follow the guidanceof the resident/ patients Individual Service Plan.

• High School diploma or its equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Valid and current auto insurance
• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
• Current CPR if applicable
• Current Health Certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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