Direct Support Professional Downingtown area
Devereux, Downingtown, PA, United States
Join Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health!
Do you want to make a positive impact on the lives of the adults we serve? Join our Adult Services team.
Responsibilities
Assist with daily living activities including health and hygiene management, cooking, cleaning, recreation, and documentation.
Prepare shift reports, incident reports, and individual progress reports.
Maintain a safe and therapeutic treatment environment that meets the physical, emotional, and personal needs of the individuals served.
Physically support and lift up to 75‑100 lbs. as required.
Use protective equipment (latex gloves, masks, eyewear, gowns) and manage exposure to blood‑borne pathogens.
Drive Devereux vehicles for business purposes as needed.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED (diplomas acquired outside the US must be evaluated).
At least one year of human services experience with children, adolescents, and adults.
Minimum age 21 years.
Valid driver’s license.
Empathetic, team‑oriented, strong written and verbal communication skills, energetic, creative, and knowledgeable about behavior management theories and positive reinforcement.
Ability to complete required new hire orientation and Safe and Positive Approaches training.
Physical Requirements
Significant walking, sitting, standing; occasional lifting and resistance up to 100 lbs.
Normal hearing and vision; occasional computer use.
Work Environment
Works in adequately lighted and ventilated areas with possible temperature fluctuations.
Uses protective equipment including latex gloves, facial mask, protective eyewear, and gowns.
Possible exposure to blood‑borne pathogens.
Engages in physical aspects of Safe and Positive Approaches.
Benefits
Competitive salary (US$17.25‑19.67 per hour). Full benefits after 30 days of employment, including medical, dental, prescription drug, preventative care, mental health services, student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement, generous time‑off, 403(b) retirement plan with matching, voluntary supplemental life and accident coverage, employee assistance program, and work‑life balance program.
ASCEND Career Accelerator Program
Behavioral healthcare workers may qualify for 100% tuition coverage (up to $15,000 annually for undergraduate and $25,000 for graduate studies) and student loan repayment, among other benefits.
Company Overview
Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations in behavioral healthcare, founded in 1912. It operates a national network serving more than 10,000 children and adults annually.
Our Mission & Culture
Devereux changes lives by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral, or cognitive differences. The organization fosters inclusion, wellness, and a servant‑leadership approach.
We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer
Devereux is a drug‑free workplace, drug screening required. EOE.
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Do you want to make a positive impact on the lives of the adults we serve? Join our Adult Services team.
Responsibilities
Assist with daily living activities including health and hygiene management, cooking, cleaning, recreation, and documentation.
Prepare shift reports, incident reports, and individual progress reports.
Maintain a safe and therapeutic treatment environment that meets the physical, emotional, and personal needs of the individuals served.
Physically support and lift up to 75‑100 lbs. as required.
Use protective equipment (latex gloves, masks, eyewear, gowns) and manage exposure to blood‑borne pathogens.
Drive Devereux vehicles for business purposes as needed.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED (diplomas acquired outside the US must be evaluated).
At least one year of human services experience with children, adolescents, and adults.
Minimum age 21 years.
Valid driver’s license.
Empathetic, team‑oriented, strong written and verbal communication skills, energetic, creative, and knowledgeable about behavior management theories and positive reinforcement.
Ability to complete required new hire orientation and Safe and Positive Approaches training.
Physical Requirements
Significant walking, sitting, standing; occasional lifting and resistance up to 100 lbs.
Normal hearing and vision; occasional computer use.
Work Environment
Works in adequately lighted and ventilated areas with possible temperature fluctuations.
Uses protective equipment including latex gloves, facial mask, protective eyewear, and gowns.
Possible exposure to blood‑borne pathogens.
Engages in physical aspects of Safe and Positive Approaches.
Benefits
Competitive salary (US$17.25‑19.67 per hour). Full benefits after 30 days of employment, including medical, dental, prescription drug, preventative care, mental health services, student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement, generous time‑off, 403(b) retirement plan with matching, voluntary supplemental life and accident coverage, employee assistance program, and work‑life balance program.
ASCEND Career Accelerator Program
Behavioral healthcare workers may qualify for 100% tuition coverage (up to $15,000 annually for undergraduate and $25,000 for graduate studies) and student loan repayment, among other benefits.
Company Overview
Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations in behavioral healthcare, founded in 1912. It operates a national network serving more than 10,000 children and adults annually.
Our Mission & Culture
Devereux changes lives by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral, or cognitive differences. The organization fosters inclusion, wellness, and a servant‑leadership approach.
We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer
Devereux is a drug‑free workplace, drug screening required. EOE.
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