What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional - Part Time - Residential position at Families United Network?
Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED and one (1) year of work experience with adolescents
- Eligibility under current PA legal and regulatory requirements
- Valid Driver’s License
- State Police, FBI, and Child Abuse Clearances are required for this position and will be paid for by the agency
Pay & Perks:
- Starting Pay $15.00 -$15.75
- $150 sign on bonus after first 30 days
- Paid parental leave
- FSA
- 401K
- 401K match of 4%
- PTO, up to 17 days per year
- 14 paid holidays
- Birthday Time off
- Volunteer time off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Plan
Responsibilities:
- Follow guidance from the Residential Home Supervisor on shift
- Monitor and engage with residents to ensure compliance with program requirements
- Ensure residents receive weekly allowance money
- Administer resident medications, according to agency policies and procedures
- Meet with direct supervisor consistently for supervision sessions
- Meet on-call requirements
- Schedule may include working holidays. Applicants might be asked to work a different shift as well as potential weekends
- Complete other duties as assigned that are relative to the position
Physical Requirements:
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safety and maintain the standard of care appropriate for this position. Ability to physically respond to residents who are engaging in unsafe behavior. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by and employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
The Direct Support Professions (DSP) plays a crucial role in supporting and empowering young individuals by providing guidance, resources, and advocacy to help them overcome challenges and achieve their potential. This position involves working directly with adolescents in our group home. The ideal candidate is passionate about youth development, skilled in communication and problem-solving, and dedicated to fostering positive change in the lives of young people.
Families United Network is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: part time
Pay: $15.00 - $15.75
Expected hours: 20-30 Per week
Internal Job Title: Youth Advocate
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $16
