DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (OPWDD)

SCO Family of Services; Hempfield Township (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 26,174 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

A family services organization in Hempfield Township is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide supervision and support to individuals according to their treatment plans. The ideal candidate will assist with daily activities, maintain safety standards, and ensure proper documentation. Qualifications include a high school diploma, experience working with individuals with disabilities, and a clean NYS driver's license preferred. Full-time position offers a competitive salary, ensuring a positive environment for all individuals involved.

Qualifications

• A clean and valid NYS driver's license is preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with traumatic brain injuries is favored.

Responsibilities

• Provide close supervision for individuals per treatment plans.
• Maintain individuals' possessions and communicate their needs.
• Transport individuals safely and maintain vehicle conditions.
• Attend all mandatory trainings and meetings.
• Ensure compliance with OPWDD regulations.

Skills

Experience with developmental disabilities

Ability to transport individuals safely

Good communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Join to apply for the DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (OPWDD) role at SCO Family of Services.

Responsibilities

• Provide close supervision for individuals in accordance with the individual treatment plan. If individual is on a 1:1 supervision status, provide continual supervision as noted in the treatment plan. Complete transfer form when transferring individual's care to another staff.
• Participate in the individuals' program planning meetings; reviews and sign off on Annual and Semi-Annual Treatment Plans.
• Maintain individuals' possessions in a neat and orderly manner; communicate needs for the individuals to the management; complete documentation in accordance with program procedures.
• Transport individuals in a safe and comfortable manner; follow all NYS laws and agency procedures; maintain valid NYS Driver's License; complete all documentation including vehicle logs in a timely and complete manner; communicate condition of vehicles to management; ensure that the individuals have the optimum experience by not having the radio too loud, maintaining the temperature at a comfortable level, etc.
• Maintain the physical plant and agency property in a clean and safe manner; communicate any issues to management.
• Provide all other duties as needed or requested to ensure that the individuals are safe, healthy, and comfortable.
• Comply with OPWDD regulations and agency procedures.
• Obtain and maintain SCIP-R certification; attend all mandatory training.
• Obtain and maintain AMAP certification and submit a copy of the certification to each program in which he/she administers medication.
• Attend all staff meetings including in-services and trainings.
• Demonstrate competency in all required training areas.

Qualifications

• A minimum high school diploma or GED.
• A clean and valid NYS driver’s license preferred.
• Experience working with people with developmental disabilities/traumatic brain injuries preferred.

Salary

Salary ranges from $19.00 - $20.00. DSPs with valid NYS Driver's License $19.50. DSPs with valid NYS Driver's License & Completed all mandatory trainings (e.g., CPR,SCIP, AMAP, etc.) $20.00.

Background & Health Requirements

Acceptable background clearance check through State Central register and compliance with health regulations for physical examination and Mantoux.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Other

Industries

• Individual and Family Services