Direct Support Professional Position Available In Chester, Pennsylvania

Direct Support Professional Umbrella Functional Consulting & Support Team Downingtown, PA 19335

NOW HIRING:

FULL TIME AND PART TIME TEAM MEMBERS FOR DOWNINGTOWN AND WEST CHESTER. EVENINGS, WEEKENDS, DAY SHIFT

Being an Umbrella Teammate The role of a team member with Umbrella FCST is as an In-Home & Community Support Professional for Adults with Disabilities (also known as a Direct Support Professional). The role of a Direct Support Professional is complex and requires a specific set of skills and values. The following represents what to expect in one’s practice as a Direct Support Professional. Direct Support Professionals assist people who need support to lead self-directed lives and participate fully in their communities. Direct Support Professionals recognize the unique gifts, preferences and needs of each person supported. Direct Support Professionals recognize the personhood of people they support. They partner with them in making informed decisions and everyday choices about their finances, well-being, relationships, and employment. Direct Support Professionals will use knowledge, skills (competencies), and values (NADSP Code of Ethics) to guide their work and provide quality services. Direct Support Professionals continue to learn and develop their professional abilities through ongoing in-service and self-directed education and training. Direct Support Professionals understand that quality services occur at the point of interaction with the people that they support. Direct Support Professionals realize that their role includes being a mentor and a facilitator. Direct support professionals inform the people they support regarding their responsibilities and advocate with them for their valued role in society. Direct Support Professionals empower people they support; to have meaningful relationships with friends, their families, and promote integration and inclusion in all our nation’s communities. Direct Support Professionals respect the privacy of the people they support and commit to promoting their physical and emotional well-being. The following list of the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals Competencies will be used to evaluate, develop and educate

Direct Support Professionals:

o Participant Empowerment o Communication o Assessment o Community and Service Networking o Facilitation of Services o Community Living Skills and Supports o Education, Training and Self-Development o Advocacy o Vocational, Educational and Career Support o Crisis Prevention and Intervention o Organizational Participation o Documentation o Building and Maintaining Friendships and Relationships o Person-Centered Supports o Supporting Health and Wellness We are looking for part-time and full-time team members to work throughout the week with flexible scheduling. Travel is a must. It takes tremendous effort to find quality team members who are professional and motivated for a good career. Only serious applicants will be considered. Our team is a close-knit group who would love to welcome other highly motivated compassionate people who love what they do and who take care of the people we serve. Kindly demonstrate your professionalism in your desire to join our team.

Job Requirements:

Must be 18 years of age Must have a valid driver license and current background clearance in good standing Must be a Certified AAW/ODP Direct Support Professional (note if you do not have certification, Umbrella offers a free certification program and will provide a 7-day grace period to become certified). Must complete 24 hours of professional development annually to maintain certification Must complete Trauma Informed Care Training within the first year of service and annually thereafter

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$18.00 – $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Relocation assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift Evening shift Every weekend Monday to Friday On call

Work Location:

In person