Senior Direct Support Professional

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. 

We are looking for a Senior Direct Support Professional in Washington, PA to use best practices within a community-based residential setting to teach individuals with disabilities how to acquire the physical, intellectual, emotional, and social skills needed to live as independently as possible.

Starting rate is$18.00 an hour

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities tailored to their Individual Support Plan (ISP)/Person Centered Plan (PCP)
• Assist with training team members to support programmatic initiatives, goals, daily routines, and the unique needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking established meal plans, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
• Assist with the learning and development of independent and community-based skills
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
• Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families
• Ensure work locations and vehicles are clean, well maintained, and stocked with necessary supplies including groceries, medications, and cleaning supplies
• Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Ability to work individually and with a team to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent time management skills

Working Conditions:

• Work in residential programs, day programs, and in the community
• Transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
• Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours
• Overtime may be required due to business needs
• Frequent lifting, stretching, and other physical exertion may be required
• May be required to lift or move 25+ pounds
• May assist with wheelchair transfer of non-ambulatory participants
• May be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable diseases 

Why Community Options?

• Paid Holidays- Including a Birthday Holiday!
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• Insurance Options (Medical, Vision, Dental)
• 403b Retirement Plan

If interested, please click Apply Now or Send Resumes to:Resumes-WA@comop.org

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer  M/F/D/V