Direct Support Professional 1

Comprehensive Benefits Package Tuition Discounts Career Advancement

DIVERSIFIED HUMAN SERVICES, INC.

"INCLUDES OVERTIME OPPORTUNITIES!"

AND

EMPLOYMENT CASH BONUS UP TO $4,000!

Overall Function:

Aids program clients daily with the implementing of Individual Support Plans.

Essential Functions:

- Provides hands-on instruction to client to implement Individual Support Plans and client goal achievement.

- Conducts recreational and social activities with individuals, as assigned.

- Participates in regular staff training to develop knowledge and skills necessary to assist individuals.

- Maintains proper condition, cleanliness, and safety of residential site and vehicle.

- Mentors incoming Direct Support Professionals and provides assistance to Site Monitors in training of new employees.

- Responds appropriately to emergency situations.

- Other duties as required.

- Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures.

Qualifications

- No High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.

- Ability to receive, understand, and communicate information with effectiveness, and follow instructions.

- Must have a valid Pennsylvania Drivers License and safe driving record.

- Compliance with pre-employment and routine drug testing is required.

- Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance from the Pennsylvania State Police, Child Abuse Clearance from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and FBI Fingerprint Clearances.

- Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal health care program.

- Ability to safely operate a 16 Passenger Van.

- Ability to assist, move and/or transfer individuals with physical limitations weighing up to 150 pounds, may be required.

- Ability to assist, move and/or transfer program equipment and supplies weighing up to 30 pounds.

Available Benefits:

- Medical and dental benefits for eligible employees.

- Retirement plan with potential for agency match.

- Tuition discounts with partnering colleges and universities.

- Career advancement opportunities.

- Generous time off for eligible employees.

- Be an SPHS Hero!

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