Direct Support Professional (SourceAmerica on behalf of our nonprofit network)

Do you live in the Pottsville, PA area? Imagine going to work every day knowing you are making someone’s life better. As a Direct Support Specialist, you are more than a caregiver you are a coach, advocate, and a trusted companion. If you are ready to make a difference every day, please read on!, As a Direct Support Professional, you will provide personalized care and support to individuals with disabilities, helping them live independently, participate in their communities, and achieve personal goals., · Comply with all policies/procedures and represent Avenues in a professional, ethical, and positive manner

· Always maintain appropriate confidentiality

· Advocate for the well-being of those Avenues serves

· Report any unsafe condition, accident, illness or suspected neglect/abuse immediately to supervisor or designee

· Complete all required staff training hours annually as assigned

· Perform other duties as assigned and work assigned hours/schedule

· Will perform Safe Crisis Management techniques as trained

· Work with varied individuals, within various ratios, as assigned by Site Supervisor or Lead Staff

· Provide supervision and guidance to program participants and ensure all their needs are being met

· Implement each program participant’s plans/goals as written (such as an ISP, IPP, and/or Behavior Support Plan)

· Plan and carry out meaningful group and individual activities, in person (or virtually, if directed by supervisor)

· Encourage communication and give people a means to do so

· Assist with activities of daily living and personal care, including toileting, bathing, feeding, hygiene, etc.

· Complete all documentation/reports, as required or assigned, and ensure accuracy of the information provided

· Promote inclusion of people with disabilities into the community

· Provide input to the Activity Coordinator and/or Program Specialist regarding program activities and services

· Participate as a member of team meetings, such as the interdisciplinary team, for program participants

· Administer medications, as per DHS Medication Administration Guidelines *

· Continuously be aware of, observe, and evaluate the needs, special situations, and physical/behavioral changes of participants and act accordingly *

· Ensure the safety and wellbeing of program participants in the programs and while offsite on community outings*

· Safely operate vehicles and implement community-based outings, daily or as assigned*

· Transport participants, driving/using personal transport and/or agency vehicles, daily or as assigned*

· Follow individual diets and always feeding protocols, and prepare or serve meals/snacks as required *

· Travel to any other Avenues programs, for work or training, as assigned and/or as scheduled by supervisor *, If you’re a Direct Support Professional seeking dependable work, a mission-driven environment, and the opportunity to keep assisting people with disabilities be their best, we encourage you to apply.

· Acceptable results on all pre-employment testing, background checks, clearances, and renewal testing.

· Comply with all physical demands of the job (with or without reasonable accommodation).

· Lift and carry up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods of time.

· High School Diploma or GED.

· Possess basic computer skills & the ability to learn various computer applications

· Effective written and verbal communication skills., * Are you able to travel to any other Avenues programs for work or training?

• Are you able to work 7:15 AM - 3:15 PM?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Direct Support : 1 year (Required)
• working with individuals with disabilities: 2 years (Required)

Pulled from the full job description

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance, · $16.25 an hour, * Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

At SourceAmerica, we are committed to serving as a connector for people with disabilities and veterans. We are currently recruiting talent on behalf of our nonprofit network who have a position as a Direct Support Professional!