Group Home Direct Support Specialist

Futures Community Support; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Futures Community Support in Towanda, PA is seeking a Direct Support Professional for our group home. You will supervise residents, assist with personal care, administer medications per policy, and respond to crises to maintain a safe, nurturing environment. This full-time position requires a valid driver's license, a high school diploma or GED (or equivalent experience), and U.S.

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Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• High School Diploma or GED or experience in the field.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• No criminal record.

Responsibilities

• Have a working knowledge of all agency policies and procedures and ensures compliance.
• Ensure compliance with 6100 and 6400 regulations.
• Performs all job duties with the Agency’s mission and vision.
• Identify individual’s strengths, needs, and goals.
• Ensures implementation of Individual Service Plans (ISPs) and documents outcomes accurately and timely.
• Completes at least 24 hours of training annually, including mandatory training.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings.
• Willingness to utilize/learn computers for daily documentation, training, etc.
• Assist or perform aspects of personal care such as brushing teeth, toileting, bathing, clothing, and feeding.
• Be a positive role model for individuals.
• Provide opportunities for individuals to integrate and support them within their community.
• Perform housekeeping duties such as vacuuming, shopping, laundry, and mopping.
• Provide support and problem-solving techniques to individuals.
• Effective and timely communication with immediate supervisor
• Responsible for medication administration. Must maintain Medication Administration Certification.
• Act as an advocate for individuals in regard to community relationships.
• Be able to identify work safety issues, injuries, and report immediately.
• Maintains and adheres to ethics of confidentiality.
• Encourage individuals to be independent with their daily skills.
• Encourage and respect choices made by individuals.
• Complete required documentation in agency approved electronic health record.
• Provide assistance with emotional issues and provide support, education, and solutions.
• Elevate incidents identified in the Incident Management Bulletin to a point person.
• Use positive and respectful language with your supervisor, co-workers, and individuals.
• Utilize and model everyday life philosophy in supporting individuals.
• Performs any and all related tasks as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Futures Community Support in Towanda, PA is seeking a Direct Support Professional for our group home. You will supervise residents, assist with personal care, administer medications per policy, and respond to crises to maintain a safe, nurturing environment. This full-time position requires a valid driver's license, a high school diploma or GED (or equivalent experience), and U.S.

citizenship. Candidates should be prepared for varied shifts including evenings, weekends, and overnights, with