Full-Time Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Overtime Available!

Penn Mar Human Services; New Freedom (York County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to supporting individuals in need. As a Direct Support Professional, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for those you serve. Your responsibilities will include assisting with daily living activities, providing emotional and behavioral support, and ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. With competitive pay, extensive training opportunities, and a supportive leadership team, this role offers a fulfilling career path in the human services field. If you're passionate about making a difference and helping others succeed, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Paid vacation days

Holiday pay

Employee referral bonus

Extensive paid training

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision insurance

403b retirement plan

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. as needed.
• Valid Driver's License with 2 years of driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care routines including bathing and medication administration.
• Provide transportation to appointments and activities.

Skills

Personal Care Assistance

Behavioral Support

Cooking and Meal Preparation

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Job description

Description

We Provide:

• New starting rates of $19.50-20.00!


• Paid vacation days and holiday pay


• Employee referral bonus program


• Extensive paid training, as well as continual opportunities for further job-related education and career advancement (including our Career Ladders program)


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Supportive leadership team who wants to help YOU succeed


• Medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability


• 403b retirement plan

A Direct Support Professional (Also known as DSP, Residential Assistant, Caregiver, Home Health Aide, CNA) is responsible for:

• Light housework: cooking, meal prep, cleaning


• Maintenance of personal care/hygiene routines: feeding, medication administration, bathing, showering, toileting


• Providing transportation to and from doctor's appointments, outside activities and excursions


• Behavioral and social support (to include working with potential physical and verbal outbursts/ aggressiveness)

Requirements/Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/G.E.D.


• Valid Driver's License with 2 years of consecutive driving experience and less than 3 moving violations within the past 36 months


• Ability to pass pre-employment background/physical/TB/drug screenings


• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. as needed

Penn-Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion.

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