Direct Support Professional Phoenixville
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, Phoenixville, PA, United States
Job Overview
Join Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health. If you want to make a positive impact on the lives of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, consider joining our Adult Services team.
Direct Support Professional rate: $17.25–19.67 per hour.
Responsibilities
Assist individuals with daily living activities, including health and hygiene management, cooking, cleaning, recreation, and other personal care tasks.
Document shift reports, incident reports, and individual progress reports.
Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment that meets the physical, emotional, and personal needs of the individuals we serve.
Walk, sit, stand, and lift as required; provide physical assistance and intervention techniques, up to 75–100 lbs., as necessary.
Operate within a well‑ventilated, adequately lighted area; use protective equipment such as latex gloves, facial masks, eyewear, and gowns when required.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED (outside‑US diplomas must be evaluated).
At least one year of human services experience working with children, adolescents, or adults.
Age 21 or older.
Valid driver’s license.
Empathetic, energetic, team player with strong written and verbal communication skills.
Understanding of behavior management theories, positive reinforcement, and ability to serve as a positive role model.
Completion of required new‑hire orientation and a strong passion for helping individuals with special needs.
Capability to meet 100% mastery of Safe and Positive Approaches.
Physical & Work Environment
Significant walking, sitting, and standing; occasional lifting of up to 75–100 lbs.
Repetitive wrist/hand movements; normal hearing and vision required.
Some use of computers and office equipment.
Occasional driving of Devereux vehicles for business purposes.
Environment: indoor areas with adequate lighting, ventilation, and temperature control; exposure to blood‑borne pathogens may occur.
Benefits
Medical, dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services (including telemedicine).
Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education assistance.
Generous time‑off (accrues from day one), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and optional supplemental life and accident coverage.
Employee assistance and work‑life balance program.
Policies & Equal Opportunity
Devereux is an equal‑opportunity employer; we do not discriminate based on race, religion, creed, color, age, sex, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, communication ability, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. We treat all applicants and employees with respect and fairness.
Devereux has a zero‑tolerance policy for abuse and provides policies and procedures to reduce the risk of abuse. We encourage a culture of reporting abuse and cooperate fully with authorities when necessary.
Devereux is a drug‑free workplace, drug screening required. EOE.
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Join Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health. If you want to make a positive impact on the lives of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, consider joining our Adult Services team.
Direct Support Professional rate: $17.25–19.67 per hour.
Responsibilities
Assist individuals with daily living activities, including health and hygiene management, cooking, cleaning, recreation, and other personal care tasks.
Document shift reports, incident reports, and individual progress reports.
Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment that meets the physical, emotional, and personal needs of the individuals we serve.
Walk, sit, stand, and lift as required; provide physical assistance and intervention techniques, up to 75–100 lbs., as necessary.
Operate within a well‑ventilated, adequately lighted area; use protective equipment such as latex gloves, facial masks, eyewear, and gowns when required.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED (outside‑US diplomas must be evaluated).
At least one year of human services experience working with children, adolescents, or adults.
Age 21 or older.
Valid driver’s license.
Empathetic, energetic, team player with strong written and verbal communication skills.
Understanding of behavior management theories, positive reinforcement, and ability to serve as a positive role model.
Completion of required new‑hire orientation and a strong passion for helping individuals with special needs.
Capability to meet 100% mastery of Safe and Positive Approaches.
Physical & Work Environment
Significant walking, sitting, and standing; occasional lifting of up to 75–100 lbs.
Repetitive wrist/hand movements; normal hearing and vision required.
Some use of computers and office equipment.
Occasional driving of Devereux vehicles for business purposes.
Environment: indoor areas with adequate lighting, ventilation, and temperature control; exposure to blood‑borne pathogens may occur.
Benefits
Medical, dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services (including telemedicine).
Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education assistance.
Generous time‑off (accrues from day one), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and optional supplemental life and accident coverage.
Employee assistance and work‑life balance program.
Policies & Equal Opportunity
Devereux is an equal‑opportunity employer; we do not discriminate based on race, religion, creed, color, age, sex, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, communication ability, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. We treat all applicants and employees with respect and fairness.
Devereux has a zero‑tolerance policy for abuse and provides policies and procedures to reduce the risk of abuse. We encourage a culture of reporting abuse and cooperate fully with authorities when necessary.
Devereux is a drug‑free workplace, drug screening required. EOE.
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