What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSP (Direct Support Professional) position at Flynn Household?
Do you want to have a direct impact in someone's life and help them to live life to the fullest? This position will directly help an individual with intellectual disabilities and their family in the environment they are comfortable with from their home and in the community.
We are looking for an experienced individual to fill the role of Support Service Professional.
The right candidate will be responsible for providing compassionate care and assistance to a woman with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities to participate in an everyday life in the community. All candidates must possess a strong belief in the participant self-direction model. If you have prior experience, we encourage you to apply for this position.
$18-25.82/hour
Schedule:
Duties include:
- Assist with the implementation of the outcomes in his Individual Service Plan (ISP)
- Promote home and community based safety and welfare
- Assistance with exercises and any other therapies required.
- Promote and assist to identify opportunities for socialization through entertainment that leads to the development of friendships with people her age.
- Assistance with improving and maintaining her Daily Living Skills and homemaker responsibilities
- Complete daily documentation and reports
- Perform any reasonable function as requested by the individual, her family, or support team.
- Assistance with personal care needs
Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18-years old
- 2 years experience preferred
- Clear criminal background checks, which may include the PA Criminal Background Check and FBI Finger Print Check
- Possession of a valid driver’s license with a safe driving record
- Ability to work effectively as a member of a team
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Basic cooking skills with the ability to follow recipes
- Maintain a safe home environment
- Computer skills required
- Strong work ethic and dependability
- Commitment to equality for all individuals
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $25.82 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $26