Direct Support Professional (DSP) Position Available In Chester, Pennsylvania

Direct Support Professional (DSP) DiMichele Provider Services, LLC Glenmoore, PA 19343 Hiring Direct Support Professionals We are hiring Direct Support Professionals to work with a 21 year old man with autism Our ideal candidate will: Preferably a Bachelors Degree in Psychology, Special education, Social work, Nursing or Nursing assistant (CNA). Have a strong desire to create long-term relationships with him and the community Must presume competence and treat him with respect. Be willing to physically assist in all activities of daily living and volunteer opportunities, not just watch. Be an “outside person” interested in outside activities year round- such as hiking, farming and gardening. Must have a passion and desire to help him reach his fullest potential. Enjoy mentoring, and coaching him to achieve his goals. View this position as not just a job but a way of life that is rewarding and fulfilling.

Responsibilities:

Serve as a friend, caregiver and life coach to promote independence. Helping guide him with activities of daily living (some examples are personal care, meals, giving medication). Assist him at his jobs or volunteer positions. General housekeeping tasks and meal preparation. Transportation Must read and follow goals and instructions put forth in the individuals ISP Be willing and responsible to take copious and detailed notes at the completion of their shift

Requirements:

Must be at least 18 years old. Must possess a valid driver’s license and excellent driving record Verifiable High School diploma. Must be fluent in the English language Experience in a home health aide setting, or school setting working with people who have Intellectual and developmental disabilities is preferred. Must have own transportation Must be tech savvy enough to use phone/computer to log daily detailed notes and timesheets

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

From $21.00 per hour Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Health insurance Mileage reimbursement

Schedule:

4 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Night shift Overnight shift Rotating weekends Weekends as needed Weekends only Application Question(s): Do you have experience in working with people with non-verbal autism?

License/Certification:

CNA (Preferred) Bachelors Degree in one of the listed fields (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Overnight Shift (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Glenmoore, PA 19343 (Required)

Work Location:

In person