CPS- Direct Support Professional DSP
CATCH, Inc. requires all Employees to be fully vaccinated with an approved COVID-19 vaccine and show proof of completed vaccine status at the time of hire. If you cannot receive the COVID-19 vaccination due to a disability/medical reason or sincerely held religious belief you will be required to follow CATCH’s policy and process to apply for an exemption/accommodation.
Citizens Acting Together Can Help, Inc.
Job Description
Position:Direct Service Professional (DSP)
Department: Intellectual Disabilities
Reports to:CPS Program Specialist/Director
Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm
Brief outline of position:
1.Lift, carry, or transfer program participants with assistance (2 person transfers)
2.Assist participants during lunch (this includes feeding for those who require the assistance to eat)
3.Assist participants in the restroom according to their individual needs
4.Assist participants to explore opportunities in the community. The goal is to increase socialization, community involvement, and community safety awareness
5.Enter progress notes daily on each participant you worked directly with
6.Provide physical assistance as needed during personal care, program activities, and during community activities
7.Implement activities identified in the ISP and by Program Director
8.Accompany participants on accessible public transportation
9.Complete 24 hours of training annually including CPR, First Aid, Everyday Lives, Individual Service Plans, and all trainings required by the 6100 regulations
10.Follow all behavior plans as written
11.Develop and implement program activities based on participants interests and abilities
12.Assist and support all training of new staff members
13.Role model appropriate social skills
14.Develop professional rapport with all participants in program
15.Perform other duties as assigned by the Program manager
16. Be able to work Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm
Minimum requirements:
High School Diploma and experience in a healthcare field. Must be physically able to climb stairs, take public transportation, and lift 100 pounds (2 person transfers)
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*This job description may be amended, changed, or modified at any time at the sole direction of Citizens Acting Together Can Help, Inc.
Other details
- Pay Type Hourly
- Max Hiring Rate $17.00
- Required Education High School
- Job Start Date Thursday, September 12, 2024
- Job End Date Thursday, October 31, 2024
- 1421 Oregon Avenue, 1421 Oregon Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America