Company: Faithful Homes LLC
Contact: Jenna Gagliano(717) 673-0371jennag@faithfulhomespa.com
Direct Support Professional
Description:
Faithful Homes, LLC. is looking for qualified DSP (Direct Support Professional) candidates are motivated to make a difference in the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities (IDD) whom are residing in their own homes. DSP’s are responsible for providing the day to day care of the people they support within the residential programs as well as working with them to exercise their choice and control over their own lives.
Responsibilities:
Providing direct care to individual(s) according to their individualized support plans (ISPs).
Assist individuals in the development of appropriate life skills, necessary to reach their highest potential.
This includes; Money management, social skills, cooking, etc.
Contributing to the development, implementation and evaluation of ISPs by engaging in household meetings, communication with the house manager, and the rest of the individual’s ISP team.
Facilitating and supporting the individual(s) to participate in everyday activities, recreation and leisure.
Working with the individual(s) and supporting them to have choice and control in their lives through the practice of person-centered thinking.
Medication administration
Completion of daily documentation to ensure the health and safety of the individual(s) within supports.
Transportation to/from outings and medical appointments.
Fostering relationships in the community as well as maintaining relationships with other natural supports.
Completion of initial 40 hours of training and annual trainings thereafter.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will possess these qualifications:
Education- High School Diploma or GED.
Age- 18 years or older
Ability to drive- valid PA Driver’s License
Completion of Background checks as outlined per state regulations
Health-Certification from a licensed independent practitioner that the candidate is free from communicable disease.
Benefits:
On the job PAID individualized training will be provided to ensure competency and a successful working environment for the individual(s) and the candidate.
Opportunities for advancement.
The ability to work in a safe home/community environment with intimate staffing to individual ratios.
Working with a strong, dedicated management team and fellow DSP’s who are trained in person centered practices.
Health plans and paid time off offered to qualified candidates.
*Faithful Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer*