Senior Direct Support Professional

Community Options Job Board; Drums (PA); On-site; USD 18,752 - 26,708; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Benefits

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Incredible career growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading non-profit organization is seeking a Senior Direct Support Professional in Drums, PA. In this role, you will provide person-centered care to individuals with disabilities, assisting with their daily routines and promoting independence. The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma and experience in supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities. A valid driver’s license is required. This position offers competitive pay, insurance benefits, and a $250 sign-on bonus for new hires.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care tailored to each individual's needs.
• Assist with training team members and programmatic goals.
• Monitor health and medical needs of individuals.

Skills

Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work individually and as part of a team

Ability to establish supportive relationships

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non‑profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are looking for Senior Direct Support Professionals in Drums, PA to use best practices within a community‑based residential setting to teach individuals with disabilities how to acquire the physical, intellectual, emotional, and social skills needed to live as independently as possible. The Senior Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for providing person‑centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will also support a team with day‑to‑day operations and challenges as a team leader for an assigned location.

Starting pay is $16.50 an hour

We are looking for seniors for our group homes in Weatherly, Wyoming, Wilkes Barre, Drums & Albrightsville.

Weareofferinga$250Sign-OnBonusopportunityforNewHires!(Mustcomplete90daysofsatisfactoryemploymenttobeeligible)

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities tailored to their Individual Support Plan (ISP)/Person Centered Plan (PCP)
• Assist with training team members to support programmatic initiatives, goals, daily routines, and the unique needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking established meal plans, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
• Assist with the learning and development of independent and community‑based skills
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
• Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families
• Ensure work locations and vehicles are clean, well maintained, and stocked with necessary supplies including groceries, medications, and cleaning supplies
• Employees must cooperate with licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• High School Diploma or GED
• Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Ability to work individually and with a team to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Working Conditions

• Work in residential programs, day programs, and in the community
• Transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
• Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours
• Overtime may be required due to business needs
• Frequent lifting, stretching, and other physical exertion may be required
• May be required to lift or move 25+ pounds
• May assist with wheelchair transfer of non‑ambulatory participants
• May be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable diseases

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Generous PTO
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Incredible career growth opportunities

If interested, please click Apply Now or send resume to:

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Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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