What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professionals position at Unified Community Connections?

Job Summary :

The Direct Support Professional "DSP" provides support and assistance to adults with developmental disabilities; helps in the development of the individual's independent living skills; develops and implements energetic leisure and recreational activities for the individuals, transports individuals throughout the community, maintains documentation and contact with the Nurse, House Manager, Assistant Residential Director or Residential Program Director, as appropriate. Paid training is provided for MANDT, CPR / FA, BBA, and more.

About Unified Community Connections :

Unified Community Connections is a leading provider of services and programs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Maryland. We believe that all people living with disabilities have the right to be treated with respect and dignity as well as to exercise the same control over their lives as any other person.

We provide comprehensive, wrap-around services tailored to the unique needs of each person and family we support. Our programs are designed to assist individuals with disabilities in achieving the quality of life they seek. We promote self-determination, independence, productivity, integration and inclusion in all facets of life.

Our agency is often the only place for families to turn for help with severely medically challenged loved ones.

Job Duties include :

Coordinating & participating in recreational activities
Transporting individuals within the community
Maintaining / cleaning the residence, preparing meals, & laundry
Managing overall health including medications & medical appointments
Documenting your work as progress notes in an electronic records system
Other duties as assigned

The following are required to be considered for employment :

COVID-19 Vaccine

Valid Driver's License with no restrictions

Motor Vehicle Record with 2 or less points, with no driving restrictions or DUI violations in the last 7 years.

Ability to lift 50 Lbs. unassisted

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Required Skills

Demonstrated ability to communicate (verbally and written) in English with individuals, medical professionals and co-workers

Demonstrated ability to use basic computers skills using and electronic record / medication administration system.

Demonstrated ability to use math skills to administer medication.

Ability to safely handle a motor vehicle and transport others including individuals and staff.

Ability to push, pull, and bend up to 50 pounds unassisted.

Shifts Available (Full-Time and Part-Time available) :

Monday thru Friday - Morning, Evening, and Night Shifts

Saturday & Sunday - Morning, Evening, and Night Shifts

Overnight shifts are awake overnight. All shifts require staff to alert, active and available.

Comprehensive Benefits package for eligible positions include :

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

403(b) with a match from Unified

Employer-paid Life Insurance

Long-term, Short-term, and other voluntary insurance

Paid time off including Vacation leave, Sick leave, and Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Apply for this job

Receive alerts for other Direct Support Professionals job openings

Direct Support Professionals

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professionals position at Unified Community Connections?

What is the career path for a Direct Support Professionals?

Job openings at Unified Community Connections

Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Direct Support Professionals jobs in the Chambersburg, PA area that may be a better fit.

We don't have any other Direct Support Professionals jobs in the Chambersburg, PA area right now.

AI Assistant is available now!