DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL-SALARY

Apis Services, Inc.; Plymouth Meeting (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health care coverage

Scholarship program and tuition discounts

Generous paid time off

On-the-job training

Job summary

A community-focused support organization is seeking a Direct Support Professional to ensure the safety and supervision of consumers. The role involves assisting clients with their daily living activities, facilitating community integration, and fulfilling clinical assignments as outlined in the program plan. A high school diploma or GED is required, with an emphasis on prior experience in the human services field preferred. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare and continuous personal development opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required, associates or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Prior experience in the human services field preferred.
• Valid driver’s license is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision of individuals as per ISP requirements.
• Assist consumers in daily living activities and transportation.
• Complete required documentation and administer medication as allowed.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates or Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Tuesday 5pm-12am and Thursday 4pm-12am

Description

The Direct Support Professional is responsible for safety and supervision of our consumers to facilitate healthy and socially acceptable behaviors while living in community-based sites. This position will coordinate with clinical staff, implement residentially based interventions and assist the clients in achieving their clinical assignments. The DSP is responsible for fulfilling the obligations as outlined in the client’s program plan. The DSP will prompt or assist, as necessary, to ensure the clients participate in the activities of daily living, in both the home and the community. A commitment to the RHD values should be demonstrated as job duties are performed.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision of individuals in accordance with the person-centered ISP; support someone to work towards outcomes identified in the ISP and other Person-Centered Support Plans
• Provide transportation to consumers; support consumers in activities of daily living, meal prep, toileting, hygiene, as appropriate
• Assist in Community Integration Activities and access to community supports including medical appointments, social security access, etc.
• Complete required documentation; administer medication (where applicable and allowed by policy)
• Complete all other miscellaneous tasks as assigned by supervisor

What We Offer You

• Commitment to maintaining a values-based and trauma-informed environment for all
• Scholarship program and tuition discounts at local and online colleges and universities
• Comprehensive health care coverage including medical, vision, and dental for qualifying staff
• Retirement savings plan
• Generous paid time off
• On-the-job training

What You’ll Love About RHD

• Commitment to Values: We are committed to the fundamental value of dignity and respect for all human beings, to the empowerment of our consumers and staff, and to the flexibility to meet the changing needs of our partners and those we serve
• Dedication to Wellness: We value and prioritize employees’ mental, physical, and emotional health by providing free, online fitness classes, nutrition services, counseling sessions, and webinars on various health-related topics
• Investment in Growth: We offer programs and workshops to our staff that support furthering education and the development of leadership skills

Direct Support Professional

Location: Gallagher, PA

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required; associates or bachelor’s degree preferred
• Basic computer and internet literacy with the ability to utilize applications like email, time recording, and other programs to enter and retrieve data as necessary to perform the essential functions of the job
• Prior experience in the human services field preferred
• Valid driver’s license
• Subject to employment screenings, including FBI clearance, if applicable

About the Company

Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures, the company aims to create cost savings that reinvest into stakeholder outcomes and employee compensation. Apis Services, Inc. and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants in compliance with all federal, state, and local laws, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination extends to every phase of hiring and employment.