What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional 1 position at CONNECT INC?
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CONNECT, INC.
Part-Time
Greensburg, PA Location
Overall Function:
Maintains the general security and cleanliness of the assigned emergency residence facility while aiding clients with daily living.
Essential Functions:
- Monitors the evening/weekend operation of the emergency residential site.
- Responsible for locking and opening the residential site at the appropriate times, daily, and ensuring the safety of the residential site and residents.
- Maintains proper condition, cleanliness, and safety of residential site, and responds appropriately to emergencies.
- Provides hands-on instruction to implement housing service plans.
- Participates in regular staff meetings and training to develop basic knowledge and skills necessary to assist clients.
- Other duties as required.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma, GED or an equivalent combination of skills, experience and education may be considered at the discretion of the Agency.
- Ability to receive, understand, and community with effectiveness and follow instructions.
- Must have ability to utilize electronic medical records.
- Must have a valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License and safe driving record.
- Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance from the Pennsylvania State Police, Child Abuse Clearance from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and FBI Fingerprint Clearance.
- Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal health care program.
Available Benefits:
- Medical and dental benefits for eligible employees.
- Retirement plan with potential for agency match.
- Tuition discounts with partnering colleges and universities.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Generous time off for eligible employees.
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