Direct Support Professional: Help Adults Thrive

Devereux; Newfoundland (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Shift differential up to $0.50/hr

CNA bonus $0.29/hr

NADSP Level 1 Certification bonus $1.0

Time Off Sell Back

PayActiv

Multiple shifts

Multiple locations

Job summary

Devereux Pocono Center is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide safe, supportive care to adults with developmental disabilities. You will assist with hygiene, daily routines, and community outings, while attending training sessions and completing assignments from the coordinator.

We offer competitive pay, shift differentials, CNA bonus, NADSP Level 1 certification bonus, and flexible pay options.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, social work, education or other related field is required.
• Experience: One (1) year preferred of human service experience working with children, adolescents, or adults. Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ideal candidate: empathetic, team player, excellent written and verbal communication, energetic, creative, understand behavior management and positive reinforcement, and be a positive role model.
• Must complete required new hire orientation and have a strong passion for working with individuals with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hygiene, personal care and daily routines.
• Support residents with community outings and activities.
• Attend training sessions and complete assignments as directed by the coordinator.
• Demonstrate Safe and Positive Approaches and be a positive role model.

Skills

Empathetic

Team player

Excellent communication

Energetic

Creative

Behavior management understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology / sociology / social work / education or related field

Job description

Devereux Pocono Center is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide safe, supportive care to adults with developmental disabilities. You will assist with hygiene, daily routines, and community outings, while attending training sessions and completing assignments from the coordinator.

We offer competitive pay, shift differentials, CNA bonus, NADSP Level 1 certification bonus, and flexible pay options.