Supernova Services is looking for a responsible, caring, and compassionate Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join our growing team. The ideal job candidate will be highly dependable and have a passion for helping those with physical and/or mental disabilities live a more fulfilled and happy life. Working one-on-one with each client, you will assess his/her needs and tend to them accordingly with the goal of fostering a positive, encouraging environment.
Direct Support Professional Duties and Responsibilities
· Be a personal companion to clients and act as a supportive friend serving their needs and working to build their independence
· Encourage and foster individuals' preferred hobbies and interests
· Assist with and work to strengthen the individuals' many daily living needs, including but not limited to: nutrition, hygiene, exercise, communication, and socialization skills
· Help individuals to bathe, groom and dress, eat and drink if necessary, always working to improve self-reliance
· Create daily schedules and plans for clients
· Help set individual goals and track client progress, noting any drastic changes; report findings to superiors
· Make phone calls and drive clients to class, events, etc.
· Encourage individual skill development and work towards community integration
· Develop meaningful relationships and connections with clients to make them feel cared for and included in the community
· Follow all health and safety protocol
· Help clean and tidy home for the individuals
· Be a compassionate, patient and encouraging Support Professional at all times
Requirements:
Minimum high school diploma or GED equivalent
Valid driver's license
PA state background check
18 years of age or older
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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: From $16.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
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Posted: August 18, 2023
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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $16.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person