Direct Support Professional

Job description

DO YOU ENJOY HELPING OTHERS,
THE OUTDOORS, AND EXPLORING THE COMMUNITY?

Looking for a part-time job that enhances another person’s life?
Opportunity available in Southampton, Bucks County , Pa

Seeking an energetic and reliable person to serve as Support Service Professional (SSP) assisting a pleasant and easy going young man with special needs. Candidate will support him to engage in community activities usually in late afternoons and evening All candidates must possess a strong belief in the participant self-direction model. If you have prior experience working with intellectually disabled adults in a direct care role, we encourage you to apply for this position!

· If you have some or are seeking to gain or enhance your work experiences while building a friendship and making a significant difference in a person’s life, this is an ideal opportunity!

Qualifications:
· Clear Criminal Background checks
· Possession of Valid PA Driver's License with Safe Driving Record, as well as own vehicle.
· Ability to Communicate Effectively
· Occasional need to Kneel, Bend, Squat, and Reach
· Computer Skills Required/Smart Phone for logging in and out
· Strong work ethic
· Reliable, Dependable, Show up for work on time
· Commitment to equality for all individuals
· Daily Documentation and Service Notes to be completed

Staff will be interviewed, hired, trained, supervised, and managed by the family. Staff will be required to use an Electronic Clock-in via telephone system. Resume’s will be reviewed prior to offer of first interview.

Salary is competitive, $19.00 to start (depending on education and experience) with chance of pay increase after review. Flexible, unique part-time hours. 15-25 hours per week. Specific schedule discussed during 2nd interview with family. Must be able to provide references upon request.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift

Experience:

• Caregiving: 5 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person