What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional for ODP Services position at AmeriBest Home Care, Inc.?
Job Summary: AmeriBest is looking for compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide and care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As a DSP, you will be responsible for assisting individuals to live as independently as possible and to access their community. Locations of work include, but are not limited to, the Chester County, Montgomery County, Delaware County, or Bucks County areas.
Responsibilities:
- Assist individuals with daily living activities, such as personal hygiene, meal preparation and planning, medication reminders.
- Support individuals in accessing community resources and participating in community activities.
- Provide emotional support and companionship to individuals.
- Document daily activities and behavior observations
- Assist with behavior intervention plans as needed.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred.
- Ability to work flexible hour, including evenings and weekends.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to reliably commute up to 60 miles to client's home
Benefits:
- Competitive pay
- Paid training
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401K
- Paid time off
We are committed to providing quality care and services to those we serve.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- On call
- Overnight shift
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Are you willing to complete drug testing?
Experience:
- Direct support professional: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Pottstown, PA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person