Enhanced Direct Support Professional

Job Overview

We have an immediate opening for an experienced, dedicated support staff to work in the home and in the community with an individual located in Newtown (Bucks County), PA. This is a fast-paced and physically intensive role providing direct care for an individual who requires complete physical assistance.

This position will be scheduled 3 shifts a week from 9:00am - 10:00pm (39 hours/week).

Open availability, weekends and holidays are required.

This position is ideal for someone who:

- Is patient and a quick learner

- Is reliable and consistent

- Has excellent communication skills

- Has a positive, person-centered attitude

Candidates with a strong background in home health and caregiving are highly encouraged to apply!

Responsibilities

• Redirect the individual safely and effectively as needed
• Cultivate feelings of safety and security for the individual
• Model positive behavior and communication
• Full-assistance with mobility, eating, bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, accessing the community, interacting within the community, etc.
• Consistently engage and communicate verbally with the individual
• Maintain accurate documentation
• Collaborate with family members and other support staff to best meet the needs of the individual

Qualifications

• Experience working 1-on-1 with individuals requiring complete physical assistance
• Experience working with non-verbal individuals
• Experience working with those living with a terminal illness
• Experience working with behavioral health
• Experience working in a family home and community settings

Experience and Education Requirements

• Satisfy one of the following education or licensure requirements:

Active LPN or RN license

OR

Active NADD Competency Based Clinical/Dual Diagnosis/Support Professional Certification

OR

Active Registered Behavior Technician

OR

Active Nursing Assistant certification

OR

Active Board-Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst

OR

A Bachelor's degree in psychology, education, special education, counseling, social work, gerontology or therapeutic recreation

Job Requirements

• Ability to independently lift at least 120 pounds
• A valid driver’s license
• Reliable transportation
• CPR and First Aid certification
• COVID 19 vaccination
• Criminal background check

Job Perks

• Competitive pay
• Mileage reimbursement

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $37.59 per hour

Benefits:

• Mileage reimbursement

Application Question(s):

• RESPONSE REQUIRED: Do you have open availability including weekends and holidays?
• RESPONSE REQUIRED: This position requires one of the following educational and/or licensure requirements. Please enter which qualifications you have in the box below:

- Active LPN or RN license
- Active NADD Competency Based Clinical/Dual Diagnosis/Support Professional Certification
- Active Registered Behavior Technician
- Active Nursing Assistant certification
- Active Board-Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst
- A Bachelor's degree in psychology, education, special education, counseling, social work, gerontology or therapeutic recreation

Ability to Commute:

• Newtown, PA 18940 (Required)

Work Location: In person