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Direct Support Professional (PRN)

Chimes International Ltd, Wallingford, PA, United States


Direct Support Professional (PRN)

Under the general direction of the Division Manager of Residential Services, with specific supervision from the House Manager, is responsible for the provision of support, personal assistance, training, and quality care to people with intellectual disabilities residing in a community group home.
Shifts: PRN
Location: Wallingford, PA
Program: Residential Habilitative Program
Pay Rate: $17.50/hour
Job Duties:
Assist persons served in reaching their goals of becoming more independent
Act as a positive role model for persons served
Provide guidance, instruction, coaching, and support, in accordance with individual plans
Engage individuals in beneficial programs and activities
Transport and accompany individuals into the community for appointments and outings
Directly assist with personal care as needed
Assist with meal preparation and routine homemaking duties
Assume responsibility for the safety of the person served including medical/medication needs
Apply approved behavior plans and intervention strategies as/if needed
Complete records and reports; collect data according to Agency policy
Minimum Requirements:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent
Experience: None required
Licensure/Certifications: None Required
Required Clearances: Pennsylvania Child Abuse, Criminal and fingerprint-based federal criminal history; Verification that employee is not on any Medicaid/Medicare Exclusion list
Note: At the discretion of the Personnel Officer, additional related experience and/or education may be substituted instead of the requirements specified under Education and Experience
Total Rewards (For Full-Time Employees = >30 hours/week):
Competitive Pay
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement options
Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent, and Transportation)
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off
403(b) with Employer Match
Employee Recognition Programs
Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
And More!
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