Specialized Residential Direct Support Professional

UVS Group
Any Location, PA
Category Healthcare
Job Description
Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled Direct Support Professional to provide direct support to an individual living in the Bradford area. The individual enjoys art, listening to music, and making crafts. The ideal candidate must be able to remain calm in difficult or emergency situations, support an individual with complex developmental disability, behavioral, and mental health needs, and demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills.

What You Will Do

The role includes assisting to maintain health, safety, and well-being, providing necessary therapeutic supports, communicating wants/needs effectively, engaging in the community to explore interests and foster relationships, increasing independent living skills, and providing personal care as needed.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role is ideal for candidates who are passionate about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and are able to work in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently and as part of a team, and will be able to communicate effectively with the individual and their support team.

Requirements

  • Remain calm in difficult or emergency situations
  • Support an individual with complex developmental disability, behavioral, and mental health needs
  • Demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • FSA and Dependent care account
  • Vacation, Sick, and Personal time
  • 403B Retirement plan
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