Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Passavant Memorial Homes Family of Services; Somerset (Somerset County); On-site; USD 23,419 - 24,108; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Generous PTO package

401K Retirement Plan

Dynamic and Supportive Work Environment

Career Development Opportunities

Job summary

Passavant Memorial Homes Family of Services is hiring a full-time Direct Support Professional in Somerset, United States. The role involves providing direct care and support to individuals with intellectual disabilities, ensuring their safety and promoting their independence.

Applicants should be at least 18 years old, possess a valid driver's license, and preferably have experience with developmental disabilities. The position offers competitive wages between $17.00 and $17.50 per hour, alongside comprehensive health benefits and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 18 years of age is required.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Experience working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care services to individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Assist individuals in daily living and social activities.
• Implement and participate in individual support plans.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of individuals.
• Administer medications after certification training.

Skills

Direct care services

Support for individuals' independence

Behavior observation and documentation

Job description

Overview

Passavant Memorial Homes is one of the foremost, consumer‑focused providers of support to individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism, and behavioral health needs. The mission of Passavant Memorial Homes is to empower individuals to live successfully in the community. Our team of professionals has been dedicated to promoting choice and independence for individuals with intellectual disabilities for more than 120 years. Throughout our history, we have continuously focused on ensuring the highest quality support and providing a variety of opportunities for our employees to develop and advance.

Passavant Memorial Homes is currently seeking responsible, caring, and dedicated people to fill full‑time Direct Support Professional positions in the Somerset area.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care services to individuals with intellectual disabilities and specialized care in daily living, social, and recreational activities.
• Provide support and assistance to foster maximum independence of individuals.
• Participate in the development and implementation of the individual support plan.
• Ensure the safety and well‑being of the individuals.
• Assist and encourage individuals to engage in various activities in the home and community.
• Observe individuals’ behaviors and changes in physical condition, utilize prescribed strategies to assist the individual, and document and report accordingly.
• Administer medications (upon completion of certification; all necessary training is provided).
• Assist/perform needed cooking, housekeeping and cleaning duties.
• Maintain logs and records pertaining to individuals.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 18 years of age, required.
• Valid driver’s license, required.
• Experience working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities, preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive Wages: $17.00 - $17.50 an hour*
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Coverage
• Generous PTO package
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Dynamic and Supportive Work Environment
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities

Passavant Memorial Homes Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

PMHFOS prohibits discrimination in any employment action against individuals because of their race, color, religion, disability, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, genetic information, marital status, membership in volunteer emergency responder organization, victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, family care responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, and retaliation for initiating a complaint of discrimination or opposing or participating in the investigation of a discriminatory practice. PMHFOS celebrates diversity and has a no‑tolerance policy for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We value the unique skills, background, and experience of all of our employees.