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Emmaus Home Inc

Direct Support Professional

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What they do

A Home Health Aide helps individuals who are disabled, elderly, or chronically ill with daily tasks, such as dressing, washing, and light housekeeping. They can care for patients in their homes or other healthcare settings, and may perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require more comprehensive agency-approved training programs.

$34,421 / year median in Pennsylvania

+23% projected growth

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Direct Support Professional 2000 Sproul Rd, Broomall, PA 1 DAYS AGO 22768285 Summary 2000 Sproul Rd, Broomall, PA In-Person $19.00
  • $22.
00 per Hour 1 Years Experience High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED) No Commission 40.00 hours per week / Day, Evening, Night, Weekend Shift / Full-Time Description Direct Support Professionals are the heart and soul of our services to our Individuals. They develop relationships with individuals with an intellectual and/or developmental disability at their day program, communities, volunteer settings, or other environments, in order to promote their emotional, physical and personal well-being. In this role, DSPs help individuals reach their goals by offering guidance, instruction, and role modeling. DSP's actively search for opportunities for individuals to experience life in their homes and communities as others without disabilities do. DSP's assist individuals in the development of appropriate interaction skills, money management, housekeeping, hygiene, and other skills necessary to reach their highest level of potential. To be successful, DSP's must be flexible, creative and committed to those in our services. We offer competitive rates, benefits, paid time off, flexible scheduling and opportunities for growth and advancement as well as ongoing training and support to ensure the success of all of our Direct Support Professionals!
Responsibilities:
  • Ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of our individuals
  • Nurturing the goals, self-determination, and unique personalities of those we serve participate in frequent trainings on individuals and best practices
  • Transporting individuals to their designated activities or volunteer or job opportunities
  • Participating, engaging, and being an active peer in our individual's daily goals or activities
  • Working with and encouraging individuals to practice everyday skills
  • Supporting hygiene, emotional, and physical health
  • Providing services according to the Individual Plan and Behavioral Plan
  • Accurately completing all documentation requirements
  • Complying with all Organization procedures, policies, and direction
  • Frequent communication with supervisor regarding daily activities
MUST HAVE FLEXIBLE AVAILABILITY AND BE WILLING TO WORK ON WEEKENDS
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Driver's License:
Class C
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