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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
Job Description
MAKE A DIFFERENCE
in the lives of others? Arc Human Services is a premier provider of intellectual and developmental disability and mental illness support. We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of those we serve since 1952.Job Description:
Direct Support Professional (DSP) ensures the health and safety of program participants by providing varying levels of personal care within a community home setting including cooking, cleaning, transportation, community engagement, dispensing medications, supporting goals, and accurate documentation of care. This position is responsible for assisting in the development of independent living skills, behavior strategies, self-advocacy and prepares participants to become more independent in their homes and communities.We offer:
Full Time, Part Time, per diem flexible shifts available Increased hourly rates for DSP certifications through NADSP (at least 50 hours of accredited e-Badge education) Excellent Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision and Supplemental Insurances Generous Paid Time Off Company paid life and disability insurances 401K Retirement Plans with 5% employer match Non-Profit employee discounts and eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Opportunity to work overtime and holiday bonuses Career Development including certifications through the National Alliance of Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) Qualifications- Experience helpful, but not necessary- Complete PAID training provided
- 18 years of age or older
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
- Valid Driver's License
- Candidate will need to have the ability to pass background checks, physical, TB (ALL company paid!