Behavior Support Direct Support Professional - Part-time

pa href="https://thenadd.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" class="external"/astrongAccess Services is seeking a Behavior Support "Enhanced" DSP (Direct Support Professional) to join our Home and Community Supports team in Malvern, PA! /strongThis enhanced case has a schedule of Monday-Friday 9:00AM-4:00PM and will be worked primarily in the community. /ppThe ideal candidate will be confident and comfortable with behaviors. The individual being servednbsp;can be hands-on and responds well to support professionals who demonstrate a consistent, predictable, and strong presence, so they feel safe./ppemstrongIf you are not qualified for our "Enhanced" DSP role, we have DSP openings throughout the surrounding areas you may be qualified for./strong/em `/ppAs a Direct Support Professional, you will have the opportunity to provide supports to adults with developmental disabilities/Autism who desire to continue living in a home environment for as long as possible. Your daily actions as a Direct Support Professional will enable each individual to flourish in their desired home context, maintain or increase their independence, and live their best lives. Your goal is to provide the highest quality care for each individual.nbsp;nbsp;/ppnbsp;/ppstrongKey Responsibilities of the DSP:nbsp;/strong/ppnbsp;/pulliDirect Support Professionals will assist individuals with developmental intellectual disabilities in the region where you serve. You will provide creative support through a variety of tasks and activities in the community. /li/ululliDirect Support Professionals will provide support as outlined in the individual’s plan of care utilizing approved interventions. This includes safe crisis management techniques, emotional support, and positive reinforcement.nbsp;/li/ululliDirect Support Professionals will maintain appropriate case notes for the individuals served.nbsp;/li/ululliDirect Support Professionals will engage in supervision, training, and professional development.nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;/li/ulpstrongRequirements/strong/ppemCandidates must meet all qualifying and ongoing job criteria including background checks, physical examination results, and clearances. nbsp;/em/ppstrongEnhanced DSP candidates must meet one of the three following criteria: nbsp;/strong/pol liA Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Education, Special Education, Counseling, Social Work or Gerontology. nbsp;/li liOR, High School Diploma/GED equivalency will be accepted with one year (equaling at least 1000 hours) of experience as a Direct Support Professional. Candidates will then be required to complete a href="https://thenadd.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" class="external"NADD/a Certification with the support of Access Services. strongThis will require 2 letters of reference:/strong one from a client or family and one from a supervisor. /li liOR, other accepted degree/certifications (current or active):nbsp;/li /olululli a href="https://thenadd.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" class="external"NADD/a Competency Based Clinical Certification, NADD Competency-Based Dual Diagnosis Certification, or NADD Competency-Based Direct-Support Professional Certification.nbsp;/li/ul/ulululliRegistered Behavior Technician.nbsp;/li/ul/ulululliCertified Nursing Assistant. nbsp;/li/ul/ulululliBoard Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst.nbsp;/li/ul/ulpnbsp;/ppstrongnbsp;Driving Requirements:/strong/pulliA valid driver's license, and access to a reliable vehicle during work hours.nbsp;/li/ululliA U.S. driver’s license for at least two years (not including time with a permit). nbsp;/li/ululliMust be listed as a driver on a valid auto insurance policy. nbsp;/li/ulpnbsp;/ppstrongKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities: nbsp;/strong/pulliCreative problem solving and strong interpersonal skills.nbsp;/li/ululliAbility to teach basic daily living skills. nbsp;/li/ululliAbility and willingness to provide personal care. nbsp;/li/ululliKnowledge of basic family dynamics. nbsp;/li/ululliAbility to establish effective working relationships with individuals, their families, case managers  and the  general public.  nbsp;/li/ululliAbility to express ideas clearly  with the individual and family. nbsp;/li/ululliAbility to express idea’s verbally and document clear and precise outcomes as documented in the PSP. nbsp;/li/ululliDemonstrated commitment and sensitivity to the family atmosphere. nbsp;/li/ululliCommitment to Resident Rights and individuality of the person being served. nbsp;/li/ululliAbility to manage time and work independently within provided guidelines.  nbsp;/li/ululliSkills acquired from training on autism spectrum disorders, experience in managing medical needs, or behavior management.  nbsp;/li/ululliProficiency in, or ability to learn and use, workplace applications, platforms and technologies. nbsp;/li/ulpnbsp;/ppstrongEssential Working Conditions/Physical Demands:/strong Work in program sites and the community routinely providing direct care and support with individual(s). Stand, sit or run by self, or to provide proper care and supervision with an individual. Able to move and stay with an individual to keep them safe, both in home environment and community, both at near and far distances, even when an individual may struggle to meet identified expectations. Able to assist an individual who has fallen, regardless of weight or size. Walk, climb stairs by self, or to provide direct care ensuring individual’s safety, or to complete household and community tasks. Perform household tasks or tasks within the community such as laundry, cleaning, completing meal routines, shopping or dining out and, at the same time, ensuring individual’s safety and proper direct care and compliance with ISP.nbsp;nbsp;/ppnbsp;/ppstrongBenefits/strong/ppstrongCompensationnbsp;and schedule:/strong/pulli strongThe base rate for the Enhanced Direct Support Professional position starts at $17/hour with an additional $5/hour incentive rate /strongfor a starting rate of $22/hour for enhanced case shifts. Increases to the base rate are based on education and experience.nbsp;/li/ululliThe enhanced rate position is available based on program openings. Currently, this position has availability for the following schedule:nbsp;/li/ulululliMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 9:00AM-4:00PM. /li/ul/ulululliWe are open to full or part-time staff filling the above shifts. nbsp;/li/ul/ulp/ppstrongAll employees receive the following benefits:nbsp;/strong/pulliMileage Reimbursement, paid travel time between worksitesnbsp;/li/ululliEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)nbsp;/li/ululliReferral Bonusesnbsp;/li/ululliOngoing Trainingnbsp;/li/ululliDiscounts on various services, perks with local Credit Unions, college tuition discountsnbsp;/li/ulpIf working 20 hours or more, benefits also include:nbsp;/pulliPaid Time Off, Tuition reimbursement, 401k match.nbsp;/li/ulpIf working 30+ hours per week, benefits also include:nbsp;nbsp;/pulliHealth, Vision, Rx, amp; Dental insurancesnbsp;nbsp;/li/ululli401k match, Tuition Reimbursement and college tuition discountsnbsp;/li/ululli20 Days Paid Time Off plus additional time with continued service. Paid Holiday Time. Catastrophic Sick Leave (CSL)nbsp;/li/ululliCompany Paid Life Insurance, Short amp; Long Term Disabilitynbsp;nbsp;/li/ulp/ppnbsp;/ppAccess Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.nbsp;/ppThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be constructed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required and do not restrict management’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.nbsp;/p