Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Volunteer Centre County; Boalsburg (PA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Boalsburg, PA, to provide crucial support and care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role includes implementing physical interventions, ensuring individuals' safety, and adhering to a flexible work schedule. Candidates should have a High School Diploma, valid driver’s license, and physical capability for the job. Experience with individuals with disabilities is preferred. This full-time position offers a salary of $16 - $18 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be able to run, squat, stoop/bend, kneel, climb stairs, and lift at least 50 pounds.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and transport individuals safely.
• Must obtain clearances including criminal history checks and TB test.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and care to individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Assist individuals in safely loading and unloading vehicle passengers.
• Demonstrate adherence to the required schedule.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Verbal and Written Communication

Team Player

Quality

Interpersonal Skills

Financially Responsible

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Function:

Case Work, Social Work

Job Type:

Full-time

Location:

$16 - $18 per hour

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Qualifications Needed

The DSP shall have essential physical skills – be able to run, squat, stoop/bend, kneel, climb stairs, be able to lift at least 50 pounds (or ¼ own body weight), push and pull against potential resistance; and be able to implement non-physical and physical interventions and CPR with people supported when needed.

The DSP shall have adequate vision, reading, writing and documentation skills and hearing to perform the essential functions of the job.

Must be able to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, overnight periods, and holidays.

The DSP must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and be able to transport individuals in The Arc vehicles.

The DSP must be able to assist, as needed, in safely loading and unloading vehicle passengers and assist individuals to safety in emergencies.

The DSP must obtain a physical examination/TB test as required by Office of Developmental Programming (ODP) regulations and is required to have this repeated biannually.

Must obtain clearances as required. These could include: the Pennsylvania criminal history check, FBI criminal history check, and child abuse clearances per ODP regulations.

Demonstrated ability to adhere to the required schedule for the job.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent and be at least age 18

Experience Level

Previous experience working with individuals with an intellectual disability, behavioral health and/or medical needs is preferred (but not required).

To perform this position successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Leadership Skills
• Verbal and Written Communication
• Team Player
• Quality
• Interpersonal Skills
• Financially Responsible

Additional Information

Reportable to the assigned Supervisor or Program Coordinator, the Direct Support Professional provides support and care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or autism in their homes and communities. The overall goal of the Direct Support Professional is to carry out The Arc of Centre County’s mission – to embody and protect the human rights of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and to practice person-centered planning which actively supports their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes. The DSP will be assigned to work in either a community home (or homes) owned by The Arc or at a location(s) assigned by the Home and Community Services Department (HCS).