PT Direct Support Professional
KenCCID
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- Pay
- $18 to $19
- an hour
- Location
- Philadelphia, PA
- Job type
- Part time, Other
- Posted
- Sep 30
- 20 days ago
Career path
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About the company
KenCCID
Individual & family services · 201 to 500 employees
What you'll do
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Certification in CPR and First Aid
- Experience with behavior management techniques
- Experience with electronic health records
- Assist clients with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Administer medications and monitor health conditions as needed
- Provide transportation to appointments and community activities
- Assist with meal planning and preparation
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of client progress and activities
What you need
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Valid Driver’s License for more than 1 year
- Qualified to work in the US
- Use your problem-solving and critical thinking skills to develop and implement individualized care plans that meet the unique needs of each client
- Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screening
- Complete physical examination, including tuberculosis test
- Ability to read and understand English as it relates to reading medical prescriptions, directions, recipes, policies, procedures and directions for managing the daily life and activities of Individuals and a safe and healthy home
- Education: a high school diploma
Key skills
CPRFirst Aidbehavior management techniqueselectronic health recordsproblem-solvingcritical thinking skillsValid Driver’s Licenseread and understand English
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Perks
- Paid Time Off
- Referral Program
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We are seeking a highly motivated Direct Support Professional to join our team in the Consumer Support Services industry. As a Direct Support Professional, you will be responsible for providing support and assistance to individuals with disabilities in their daily activities. Your main goal will be to ensure that our clients receive the highest quality of care and support, while promoting their independence and well-being. You will work closely with our team of professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans that meet the unique needs of each client. This is a part-time position that offers flexible scheduling options to fit your lifestyle.
Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid Driver’s License for more than 1 year
Qualified to work in the US
Use your problem-solving and critical thinking skills to develop and implement individualized care plans that meet the unique needs of each client
Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screening
Complete physical examination, including tuberculosis test
Ability to read and understand English as it relates to reading medical prescriptions, directions, recipes, policies, procedures and directions for managing the daily life and activities of Individuals and a safe and healthy home
Pay and Benefits
$18.20/hr weekly & $19.20/hr weekends
7AM-3PM, 3PM-11PM, and 11PM-7AM shifts
Part-time and Substitute
Paid Time Off
Referral Program
Responsibilities
Experience working with individuals with disabilities
Certification in CPR and First Aid
Experience with behavior management techniques
Experience with electronic health records
Assist clients with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
Administer medications and monitor health conditions as needed
Provide transportation to appointments and community activities
Assist with meal planning and preparation
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of client progress and activities
KenCCID is an equal opportunity employer and does not discrimination in the terms and conditions of employment of any person based on their age, sex, race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, domestic violence status, pregnancy status, marital status, disability status veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the recruiting process for this position should ensure that this request is included in their application for the position