Peaceful Living is seeking full time or part-time Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in our 100% community Day Program, which we call, “The HUB”.
HUB DSPs support groups of 3 people in the community and do not use a traditional Day Program site. DSPs and their groups volunteer, learn, and have FUN in the community 100% of the day. HUB DSPs plan and facilitate daily activities and outings with help from the Family Services Manager and Coordinators. HUBs meet in Harleysville and run from 8:30am-2pm, Monday through Friday. Peaceful Living is looking for kind, compassionate, and reliable people to join the team for this rewarding and fulfilling role.
Day Program Locations and hours:
Harleysville, 8:30am-2pm, M-F (additional hours available in 1:1 services if desired)
Compensation and Benefits for full-time employees:
- $18.00/hour
- Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Short Term / Long Term Disability
- Retirement Plan
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
- EAP and tuition reimbursement
Requirements:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Possess a high school diploma/GED
- Have and maintain a valid (state of residence) driver’s license and driving approval from Peaceful Living
- Successfully pass and maintain all criminal background checks
- Complete pre-employment physical and TB test
- Attend a weeklong New Employee Orientation held at our main office in Harleysville from 9am – 4pm.
- Be fully vaccinated and receive a booster when applicable. If not vaccinated, you may show proof of upcoming vaccine appointment to fulfill this requirement.
- N95 mask fit testing, provided by Peaceful Living
DSP Key Responsibilities:
- Support and assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities with life skills, activities of daily living, community participation, transportation, and personal care.
- Use Individual Support Plans (ISP) to provide personalized care and support.
- Attend team meetings and employee training.
- Comply with the policies and procedures of Peaceful Living as well as the requirements set forth by the Department of Human Services and the Department of Health
- Work collaboratively and professionally with individuals, families and care teams, and community members.
- Responsible for other duties as assigned by the leadership team
About Peaceful Living:
At Peaceful Living we aim to create belonging for those we support and our employees. To feel true belonging, all people want companionship, healthy minds, bodies, and spirits, to share their gifts and enthusiasms, and to be part of the community. We believe in providing that feeling of belonging to the people we support, their families, and each other.
As employees, we create a caring and dedicated team who will empower people to achieve their goals. We are always growing and learning. We look forward to hearing from you!
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Location: Harleysville
Job Type: Full-Time
Discipline: Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (DSP)
Job Types: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 per hour