Direct Support Staff Position Available In Chester, Pennsylvania

Direct Support Staff Royer-Greaves School for Blind, Inc. 118 S Valley Road, Paoli, PA 19301

JOB TITLE:

ATF Direct Support Professional

DEPARTMENT

Adult Training Facility Royer-Greaves School for Blind, a non-profit organization located in Paoli, PA, is seeking full-time Direct Support Professional who will assist the Adult Training Center Instructor. This position will assist in group and individual sessions with individuals as determined by their needs.

SUMMARY:

Assists the Adult Training Facility Instructor. Assists in group and individual sessions with individuals as determined by their needs and documentation.

ATF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reports to the ATF Supervisor for daily assignment Assists in all components in the training of multi-handicapped blind individuals Attends meetings and in-services as required Escort individuals on field trips and/or activities as needed Drives the company vehicle for community activities Ensure individuals are fully engaged in meaningful community activities Escort to and assist individuals in the swimming pool Works under the direct supervision of the Adult Training Facility Instructor as related to the classroom schedule May be assigned 1:1 duties with an individual client Assists in fire drills and accident prevention according to procedures indicated in the school Employee Manual Required to attend and participate in program concerts and plays, some of which may be held on a Saturday or Sunday. Assists with ADL (personal care activities) of individual assigned to Ensure individual’s personal belongings are protected and accounted for at all times Ensure goals are completed and documented according to the ISP Ensure all necessary documentation is accurately completed prior to end of shift Light cleaning and meal preparation Performs other related duties as assigned by management

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma One year’s experience in a related field Pennsylvania State Police background check Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance FBI fingerprint scan and report Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse Training 10-

Year Employment-Related Driving Record SHIFT:

Day shift

BENEFITS

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off 15 paid holidays Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Royer-Greaves School for Blind is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information about Royer-Greaves School for Blind services, benefits and careers please visit our website at www.royer-greaves.org

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $16.60 per hour

Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Weekends as needed People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person