Direct Support Professional — Growth & Benefits

Community Services Group - CSG; Avis (Clinton County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Extensive Paid Training

Career Development Opportunities

Flexible Pay Options

Family Medical and Parental Leave

401K Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Wellness Opportunities

Tuition Assistance

Mentor/Mentee Opportunities

Job summary

Community Services Group is hiring Direct Care Workers and related roles in Avis, PA. This full-time daytime position with weekend availability provides training, orientation, and a path to growth in IDD services.

You will support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, assist with daily living, promote independence, document care, and coordinate with supervisors. No experience required; position offers paid orientation.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Must have a valid driver's license, good driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle to attend trainings, meetings, and/or transport individuals to appointments.
• Administers medication and treatment as permitted under regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships where those we support live, work, or in a community setting, in order to promote and ensure their emotional, physical and personal well-being.
• Assist adults in the development of appropriate life skills necessary to reach their highest level of potential including interaction with others, cooking, housekeeping, money management, personal hygiene, and other skills in appropriate settings.
• Support the individuals' preferences and ensure their interests are honored.
• Actively search for opportunities for those you serve to experience life in their homes and communities based on their hobbies and interests utilizing community resources to promote community integration, independence, and Interdependence.
• Help individuals reach their goals to be more independent by offering guidance, instruction, and role modeling.
• Completes all required documentation including electronic health record in an accurate, timely, and professional manner.
• Collaborates and cooperates with involved agencies, family members, and other service providers; participates in meetings and provides relevant information.
• Provides support and assistance to individuals in arranging for medical care when responsible to do so and follow health care recommendations including individuals to follow all dietary guidelines as recommended.
• Conducts fire drills, manages emergency situations during assigned work shifts, and provides coverage in emergency situations.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Valid driver's license

Medication administration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Community Services Group is hiring Direct Care Workers and related roles in Avis, PA. This full-time daytime position with weekend availability provides training, orientation, and a path to growth in IDD services.

You will support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, assist with daily living, promote independence, document care, and coordinate with supervisors. No experience required; position offers paid orientation.