Residential DSP - BH

PATH (People Acting to Help), Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

PATH (People Acting to Help) Inc. in Northeast Philadelphia operates BHID Specialized Residential Service, providing direct care, support, structure, skill training and therapeutic interventions in home and community settings.

The program aims to promote independence and a fulfilling life for service participants. The role emphasizes supervising residents, maintaining a therapeutic relationship, and coordinating with the Integrated Clinical Services team to ensure adherence to individual service

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 12 credit hours or CBH waiver with rationale for not meeting credit hour requirement.
• 2 years of experience in human services, paid or unpaid.
• Ability to use an Electronic Health Record.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• COVID-19 vaccination or willingness to receive vaccine.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision of residents at all times in accordance with their integrated individual support plan.
• Maintain a supportive, therapeutic relationship with each service participant.
• Be aware of each service participant’s individual service plan, history, medications, current needs and any special accommodations required by the participant.
• Act as a role model at all times, maintaining appropriate boundaries and demonstrating effective communication skills.
• Maintain clear and consistent expectations of each service participant while maintaining a safe, supportive environment.

Skills

Experience in human services

Education

High school diploma or equivalent with 12 college credit hours

Tools

Electronic Health Record

Job description

About Path Inc.

PATH (People Acting to Help) Inc. is a comprehensive Community Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disability Center. We offer a wide of array of services and supports to meet the needs of our community in Northeast Philadelphia. PATH regularly achieves the highest levels of accreditation including a 5 Star Provider Rating by CBH, Philadelphia’s Managed Care Entity, and recognition and awards related to our high-quality, innovative programs and staff accomplishments and contributions.

About Path Inc.

PATH (People Acting to Help) Inc. is a comprehensive Community Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disability Center. We offer a wide of array of services and supports to meet the needs of our community in Northeast Philadelphia. PATH regularly achieves the highest levels of accreditation including a 5 Star Provider Rating by CBH, Philadelphia’s Managed Care Entity, and recognition and awards related to our high-quality, innovative programs and staff accomplishments and contributions.

Our Mission? To Help Individuals Achieve a More Independent and Fulfilling Life.

A Career with Meaning

In addition to the satisfaction of making a real difference in people's lives, we offer:

• Competitive pay
• Annual increases
• Performance and longevity bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package for staff and family
• Generous number of paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time
• No-cost pension plan
• Ongoing professional development opportunities, including licensure supervision
• Cutting-edge treatment facility, resources, and treatment modalities
• Opportunities for advancement and growth within the organization
• Eligible for the Federal Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• Referral bonus for referring a friend who accepts employment

Job Summary

To promote the mission of PATH to help individuals achieve a more independent and fulfilling life by being an effective team member. The BHID Specialized Residential Service provides direct care including support, structure, assistance, skill training and therapeutic interventions, for service participants, in collaboration with BHID Integrated Clinical Services team. Services are provided in the home and community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 12 credit hours from an accredited college/university OR, prior to hire, an approved waiver from CBH is obtained that includes a rationale for hiring without the required credit hours
• 2 years' experience in human services, paid or unpaid, preferably with adults with psychiatric and/or intellectual disabilities.
• Able to use an Electronic Health Record.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• COVID-19 vaccination, or willingness to receive vaccine required.

Physical Demands

Must be able to assist in crisis management interventions, administer CPR/First Aid, and assist individuals with mobility issues as needed.

Specific Duties

• Provide supervision of residents at all times in accordance with their integrated individual support plan.
• Maintain a supportive, therapeutic relationship with each service participant.
• Be aware of each service participant’s individual service plan, history, medications, current needs and any special accommodations required by the participant.
• Act as a role model at all times, maintaining appropriate boundaries and demonstrating effective communication skills.
• Maintain clear and consistent expectations of each service participant while maintaining a safe, supportive environment.

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We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law .