What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Easterseals Western & Central Pennsylvania?
Easterseals Western and Central Pennsylvania is a non-profit organization providing programs and services to individuals with disabilities and other special needs. We are celebrating over 100 years and are proud of our history!
Our Residential Program is looking to hire two energetic full-time Residential Program Workers to join our team. Our full-time shift is Monday-Friday 2-10pm at our Shippenville home. This position come with a benefit package with paid time off, medical care, retirement plan valued at over 6k. The hourly rate is $17.00 per hour. A 1k sign on bonus is being offered with this position; $500 will be paid at the successful completion of 3 months and again at 6 months. Part-time positions are also available which do not qualify for the bonus.
Qualifications-Residential Program Worker:
· High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
· Prior experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred. Great patience and a true desire to connect with others are keys to success in our program.
· Upon hire, successful completion of Medication Administration Test required.
· Current valid Pennsylvania driver’s license and acceptable driving record obtained through the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation required.
· Acceptable Criminal Record Check required.
· Passing of physical examination and TB required.
Job Summary-Residential Program Worker:
We operate four community residential homes (Franklin, Oil City, Shippenville, and Seneca, PA) which are staffed 24 hours per day, 365 days per year. Our staff provides direct care and a safe, secure and supportive living environment in which individuals with intellectual and/or physical disabilities will learn to live and function as independently as possible within the community.
Why Work For Us?
· We have a great team of people who care and it shows!
·Full-time positions come with regular hours, health, dental, vision, and ancillary insurances, paid time off and eligibility for our retirement plan.
If you are interested in working for a quality organization helping others grow in their lives and abilities, please consider applying for this position!
Easterseals is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, disability, use of medical marijuana or protected Veteran status.
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