What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at YMCA of Greensburg?
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Description
Come join a team that is making a difference in our local communities! The YMCA of Greensburg is an organization that strives to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. Our areas of focus include Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility. We strive to develop youth through our program departments including aquatics, child development, gymnastics, and sports. We have been impacting the Greensburg Community for over 155 years and will continue to do so through our mission work.
Benefits Include:
- Free individual & family membership to the YMCA (up to $850 value)
- 8 Paid Holidays Off
- Additional Pay for any Holidays worked
- Paid Time-off
- Medical, Vision, & Dental plans
- Employer paid group life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Free Parking
- Service to your community
The Greensburg YMCA is currently seeking a full-time Direct Support Professional for the daily care, training and supervision of persons with special needs.
Responsibilities:
- Provide support and training; hygiene skills, activities of daily living, socialization, and exercise
- Engage clients in creative activities
- Participate in community outings and events
- Follow and implement support plans
- Transport with company vehicle as program needs dictate
- Professional effective communication with individuals, co-workers, and supports
- Record keeping and other documentation as required
Qualifications
- Prefer one year of experience working with Individuals who have Developmental Disabilities, however we are willing to train.
- The equivalent combination of experience and training working with Individuals who have Developmental Disabilities.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Criminal, Child Abuse and FBI clearances, pre-employment physical, and a valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License.
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am-2:30pm. Full Time hours. No weekends or holidays. Training provided.
The Greensburg YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $17
