DSP

Homewatch CareGivers of Central Bucks County; Bensalem Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Signing bonus

Training & development

Biweekly pay

Direct Deposit

Job summary

Homewatch Caregivers of Central Bucks County is seeking a compassionate Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist adults with intellectual disabilities in their homes, offering a safe place to thrive. Flexibility on hours is required as schedules are TBD.

Responsibilities include helping with meals, ADLs, daily engagement, safety checks, light housekeeping, and assisting clients to set and reach personal goals.

Qualifications

• Must have reliable transportation.
• 2 years' experience with disabilities preferred.
• Must have a current Tuberculosis (PPD) test.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist client in safely preparing meals and ensuring proper nutrition.
• Assist with all ADLs, including bathing, dressing, toileting, brushing teeth etc.
• Interact and engage with client
• Make frequent checks to ensure safety
• Assist with light housekeeping
• Help client identify and achieve various goals

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Paid time off
• Signing bonus
• Training & development

*Direct Support Professionals don’t change people but offer them a safe place to thrive independently. *

Homewatch Caregivers® is a non-medical, in-home care agency. We provide unique care to adults of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities in the comfort and safety of their preferred residence. We are currently seeking a female DSP who is kind, compassionate, and has experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Those with intellectual disabilities may struggle to recognize and/or express their needs and emotions, causing them to become agitated. An empathetic, patient individual with an open mind and strong communication skills would be an ideal fit for this population.

WILL NEED THE DSP TO HAVE FLEXIBILITY ON HOURS-- THEY ARE TBD AND MAY CHANGE

Responsibilities/Job Duties

• Supervise and assist client in safely preparing meals and ensuring proper nutrition.
• Assist with all ADLs, including bathing, dressing, toileting, brushing teeth etc.
• Interact and engage with client
• Make frequent checks to ensure safety
• Assist with light housekeeping
• Help client identify and achieve various goals

Benefits of Homewatch Caregivers®

• Accrued PTO/Holiday Pay
• Multiple Bonus Opportunities
• Biweekly Competitive Pay
• Direct Deposit
• Sign on Bonus

Required to Apply

• Must have reliable transportation
• 2 years' Experience with disabilities preferred
• Must have a current Tuberculosis (PPD) Test

** 2-Step Skin Injection/Chest X-ray/Quantiferon Blood Work) **

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