What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional - BH position at PATH People Acting To Help, Inc.?
ABOUT PATH INC.
PATH (People Acting to Help) Inc. is a comprehensive Community Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disability Center. We offer a wide of array of services and supports to meet the needs of our community in Northeast Philadelphia. PATH regularly achieves the highest levels of accreditation including a 5 Star Provider Rating by CBH, Philadelphia’s Managed Care Entity, and recognition and awards related to our high-quality, innovative programs and staff accomplishments and contributions.
Our Mission? To Help Individuals Achieve a More Independent and Fulfilling Life.
WHY WORK AT PATH?
A Career with Meaning
At PATH, our team members are at the heart of what we do, so we work hard to give them the best reasons to work here — and to stay here.
In addition to the satisfaction of making a real difference in people's lives, we offer :
- Competitive pay
- Annual increases
- Performance and longevity bonuses
- Comprehensive benefits package for staff and family
- Generous number of paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time
- No-cost pension plan
- Ongoing professional development opportunities, including licensure supervision
- Cutting-edge treatment facility, resources, and treatment modalities
- Opportunities for advancement and growth within the organization
- Eligible for the Federal Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
- Referral bonus for referring a friend who accepts employment
JOB SUMMARY :
To promote the mission of PATH to help individuals achieve a more independent and fulfilling life by being an effective team member. The BHID Specialized Residential Service provides direct care including support, structure, assistance, skill training and therapeutic interventions, for service participants, in collaboration with BHID Integrated Clinical Services team. Services are provided in the home and community.
QUALIFICATIONS :
PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
Must be able to assist in crisis management interventions, administer CPR / First Aid, and assist individuals with mobility issues as needed.
SPECIFIC DUTIES :
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law .
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