DSP (SALT) PRN

Resources for Human Development; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Philadelphia County. The role involves supervising individuals with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities, assisting them with daily living activities, and ensuring documents are completed. Candidates must have at least a high school diploma and prior experience in human services is preferred. This part-time position offers flexible shifts including weekends and overnight hours.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Able to complete required documentation.
• Basic proficiency in using email and data entry.
• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision to individuals as per the ISP.
• Administer medication and provide transportation.
• Support clients in daily living activities.
• Assist in community integration activities.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Experience in human services

Driving skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Overview

The Direct Support Professional is responsible for safety and supervision of our consumers with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities, Behavioral health histories 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; supporting someone to work towards outcomes identified in ISP and other Person-Centered Support Plans.
• Complete required documentation.
• Administer Medication.
• 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 all other miscellaneous tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Shifts

PART-TIME SHIFTS AVAILABLE

• SUNDAY & MONDAY 11A-8P
• FRIDAY OR SATURDAY OR SUNDAY 12A-8A OR 8A-4P OR 4P-12A
• MONDAY 8A-4P OR 11A-8P

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED is required; associates or bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Basic computer and internet literacy with the ability to utilize applications like emails, 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 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. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Apis Services, Inc. and affiliate’s provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, 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 and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.