Sr. Direct Support Professional
Adapt of the Hudson Valley Inc —Bethel, NY
- $19.09 an hour
- Full-time
- Basic math
- English
- Mid-level
Quick Apply
Direct Support Professional - Jermyn
Beacon Specialized Living —Jermyn, PA
- $17.00 - $17.50 an hour
- 18 years or older
- Urgent Care
- No experience needed
- Paid training
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Home- Based Direct Support
Human Resources Center, Inc. —Honesdale, PA
- From $17 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Paid training
- Paid orientation
Quick Apply
2d
Direct Support Professionals - All Shifts
Devereux —Newfoundland, PA
- $18.00 - $20.52 an hour
- Part-time
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- 403(b) matching
- Loan repayment program
Direct Care Professional
Devereux —Newfoundland, PA
- $18.00 - $20.52 an hour
- Part-time
- Pass drug screening
- Driver's License
- Experience working with children
- 403(b) matching
- Loan repayment program
Direct Support Professional
Cornerstone Caregiving —Hawley, PA
- $14 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Travel
- Travel reimbursement
- Flexible schedule
Part-Time DSP/Caregiver Position - Newfoundland, PA Area
Abound Health —Greentown, PA
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Reliable transportation
- Entry level
- Paid training
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Direct Support Professional
Help at Home —Hawley, PA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Cooking
- Paid training
- Mileage reimbursement
Quick Apply
Home- Based Direct Support- Honesdale
Human Resources Center, Inc. —Honesdale, PA
- From $17.53 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Paid training
Quick Apply
2d
Direct Support Professional
Onewell Healthcare - Pennsylvania —Scranton, PA
- $18 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- Computer literacy
- HIPAA
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health savings account
Quick Apply
4d
Home- Based Direct Support Milford
Human Resources Center, Inc. —Milford, PA
- From $21.25 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Paid training
Quick Apply
2d
Direct Support Professional
Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. —Hawley, PA
- Weekends as needed
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Flexible schedule
Quick Apply
14d
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Adapt of the Hudson Valley Inc —Yulan, NY
- $17.75 - $18.50 an hour
- Overnight shift
- Cooking
- No experience needed
- English
- 401(k)
- Tuition reimbursement
Quick Apply
Direct Support Professional - Tobyhanna
Beacon Specialized Living —Tobyhanna, PA
- $17.00 - $17.50 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Direct Support Professional
Beacon Specialized Living —Blakely, PA
- $16 - $17 an hour
- 18 years or older
- Urgent Care
- No experience needed
- Paid training
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
4d
Direct Support Professional
Progressive Rehab Brain Injury Care —Milford, PA
- $15 - $17 an hour
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Ability to walk for extended periods
Quick Apply
Direct Support Professional - Joni
Beacon Specialized Living —Moscow, PA
- $17.00 - $17.50 an hour
- 18 years or older
- Urgent Care
- No experience needed
- Paid training
- Health insurance
Direct Care Worker
AmeriBest Home Care, Inc. —Tobyhanna, PA
- $13.00 - $14.50 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- Patient monitoring
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Direct Support Professional - 11pm-7am Shift
Devereux —Newfoundland, PA
- $18.00 - $20.52 an hour
- Part-time
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- 403(b) matching
- Loan repayment program
Direct Support Professional - 7am-3pm Shift
Devereux —Newfoundland, PA
- $18.00 - $20.52 an hour
- Part-time
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- 403(b) matching
- Loan repayment program

I want to receive the latest job alert for direct support professional in hawley, pa

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Explore jobs in more locations

direct support professional jobs near hawley, pa

Direct Support Professional jobs in Tobyhanna, PA

Direct Support Professional jobs in Scranton, PA

Direct Support Professional jobs in Middletown, NY

Direct Support Professional jobs in Rochester, NY

Direct Support Professional jobs in Austin, TX

Direct Support Professional jobs in Savannah, GA

Direct Support Professional jobs in Saint Peter, MN

Direct Support Professional jobs in Gaithersburg, MD

Entry Level Real Estate Professional jobs in Los Angeles, CA

Help Desk Support jobs in New York, NY

Direct Support Professional jobs in Glen Burnie, MD

Direct Support Professional jobs in Greenbelt, MD

Direct Support Professional jobs in Spokane, WA

Licensed Professional Counselor jobs in New Jersey

Direct Support Professional jobs in Springfield, OR

Direct Support Professional jobs in Suffolk County, NY

Direct Support Professional jobs in Worcester, MA

Direct Support Professional jobs in Winter Haven, FL

Direct Support Professional jobs in San Francisco Bay Area, CA

Direct Support Professional jobs in Lincoln, NE

Sr. Direct Support Professional

Adapt of the Hudson Valley Inc -
Bethel, NY

Quick Apply

Job Details

Full-time
$19.09 an hour

Qualifications

Statistics
Basic math
English
Wheelchair mobility assistance
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Patient interaction

Full Job Description

Description:

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, is responsible for devoting his/her attention to the care and development of the residents in one of the Agency’s residential facilities. Interacts in a manner which fosters dignity and learning in a way that helps lead to greater independence. Helps create a homelike atmosphere for residents in an agency facility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of the Senior Direct Support Professional will include, but are not limited to the following:

Provides care and assists with personal development and independence of residents.
Ensures that all measures for safety and well-being are maintained at highest level.
Trains residents in activities of daily living and in development of self-help and social skills.
Maintains a personalized, homelike atmosphere in residence facility.
Attends weekly staff meetings as well as any other assigned meetings and in-service training.
Prepares concise written reports including Incident Reports, Residents’ Progress Notes and other reports as assigned.
Responds to crisis situations and medical emergencies, including accidents by taking quick and decisive action.
Ensures actions are conducted in a manner that prevents abuse and reports observations of co-workers who may be abusive in accordance with established procedures.
Administers appropriate first aid based on visible symptoms and resident history in accordance with established guidelines and accepted first aid practices.
Summons police, fire, ambulance or other emergency personnel if situation warrants it.
If emergency has caused resident to exhibit behavior that is threatening or dangerous, in accordance with OPWDD approved Behavior Management guidelines, may have to restrain that resident.
Transports residents in agency vehicles to and from work, shopping, programs, restaurants, movies, doctor’s appointments, etc.
Assists with meal planning and preparation as well as with purchasing of food and supplies.
Demonstrates an understanding of and implements behavioral programs.
Participates fully as a member of interdisciplinary plan.
Maintains an ongoing informal exchange of information. Maintains written logs for recording daily activities.
Performs housekeeping, cooking, laundry, light maintenance and light preventative maintenance duties as needed in order to maintain a safe and homelike environment.
Supervises any other activities as may be necessary in order to maintain quality of program.
Dispenses prescribed medications to residents after successful completion of medication administration course and in line with Agency protocol. AMAP’s are supervised by residence nurse in all areas related to medication administration.
Completes all activities related to skill buildings as outlined in individual program plans.
Attends to personal hygiene needs of residents i.e. toileting, bathing and changing as situation warrants.
Handles all resident specific documents in a secure and confidential manner.
Regularly checks business email for agency notifications and announcements
Employees may be mandated to work beyond their scheduled shift based on operational needs.
Orientation and training will be conducted at the agency Headquarters in Middletown.
Performs related duties as requested.

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
Good oral and written communication skills
Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with coworkers, employees, residents and their families
Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures
Valid NYS driver's license in good standing

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or GED required
Six months of related experience is preferred but not required
All FT Sr. Direct Support Professionals must be approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP) at time of hire or will be completely trained and certified by the agency within the first six months of employment.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, write, speak and understand English. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret reports and documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries, concerns or complaints from employees and customers. Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Basic understanding of statistics.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Ability to resolve conflicts and mediate stressful situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to walk and sit. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Ability to lift, move and position adults or children in beds, wheelchairs, toilets, showers, vans, etc. Frequent stooping, bending, kneeling and pushing and pulling of heavy objects such as furniture and/or wheelchairs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to a normal office setting with little or no discomfort due to noise or temperature. Some walking, bending and standing required in order to photocopy, access files and so forth; work may be performed under pressure and may be, at times, mentally fatiguing; ability to sit for long periods of time necessary.

Rate $19.09

Quick Apply

Refine Your Search

direct support professional jobs in hawley, pa

Sr. Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional - Jermyn

Home- Based Direct Support

Direct Support Professionals - All Shifts

Direct Care Professional

Direct Support Professional

Part-Time DSP/Caregiver Position - Newfoundland, PA Area

Direct Support Professional

Home- Based Direct Support- Honesdale

Direct Support Professional

Home- Based Direct Support Milford

Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Direct Support Professional - Tobyhanna

Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional - Joni

Direct Care Worker

Direct Support Professional - 11pm-7am Shift

Direct Support Professional - 7am-3pm Shift

I want to receive the latest job alert for direct support professional in hawley, pa

Explore jobs in more locations

SUMMARY

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

LANGUAGE SKILLS

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

REASONING ABILITY

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected