Residential Direct Support Professional

The Salvation Army; Millsboro (DE); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Georgetown, Delaware is seeking a Residential Direct Support Professional to support individuals with developmental disabilities in a residential setting. This full-time role offers daytime/evening shifts and every other weekend, with a starting pay of $18.50 per hour.

You will work closely with the supervisor to assess needs, implement individualized programming, and help residents engage with the community while promoting dignity, privacy, and independence.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Experience with supports to people with developmental disabilities, including dual diagnoses and injuries.
• Positive attitude toward the abilities of individuals with disabilities.
• Good communication skills and ability to engage people in activities.
• Must complete clearance required by the Joseph R. Biden II and the Child Protection Act.
• Understanding and appreciation for The Salvation Army’s mission.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with developmental disabilities in becoming more independent and engaged in community activities.
• Act as a role model and support supervisor in assessing and meeting residents' needs through direct programming.
• Maintain a healthy emotional and physical environment reflecting residents’ needs and individuality.
• Support the program’s image in the community and among staff.
• Help residents achieve their greatest potential through individualized programming while respecting privacy and free time.

Skills

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Basic computer skills

Driver’s license

Engagement in activities

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Overview

Position: Residential Direct Support Professional – Georgetown, Delaware

Availability of Position:Immediately available in Georgetown, Delaware

Schedule: Full Time – Day/Evenings and every other weekend

Salary and Grade: $18.50 per hour

This position is a non-exempt position with the responsibility for support to persons with developmental disabilities residing in residential program in Georgetown, DE.

Assists individuals with developmental disabilities in becoming more independent and engaged in activities in the local community.

Responsibilities

This person acts as an important role model for individuals supported by the program. He/ she is responsible for assisting the supervisor in assessing the needs of the individuals served and for seeing that these needs are met through direct programming. This employee assists in maintaining a healthy emotional and physical environment for the individuals supported by the program and for assuring that the program in all ways reflect the needs and individuality of all people served. This employee also shares in the responsibility for the image that the facility, individuals supported by the program, and staff present to the community. This employee’s role is to help the person served achieve his/ her greatest potential through individual programming, while at the same time being sensitive to the personal needs of each resident for privacy, free time, and a normative lifestyle.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement of a High School Diploma/GED.
• A valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Experience should include supports to people with a range of Developmental Disabilities, including individuals with dual diagnoses and physical injuries.
• Position requires a positive attitude toward the abilities of individuals with disabilities.
• Good communication skills and the desire to engage people in activities that meet their interests and broaden their horizons.
• You must be able to successfully complete clearance required by the Joseph R. Biden II and the Child Protection Act.

• Must have an understanding of and appreciation for the Mission of The Salvation Army.