Job Summary: AmeriBest is looking for compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide and care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Location: Blue Bell, PA
Schedule: Monday through Thursday 9:30a-3p (with flexibility to accommodate staff; Additional hours may become available if staff is interested)
As a DSP, you will be responsible for assisting individuals to live as independently as possible and to access their community. Must have the ability to transport client from their home into the community.
Responsibilities:
- Assist individuals with daily living activities, such as personal hygiene, meal preparation and planning, medication reminders.
- Support individuals in accessing community resources and participating in community activities.
- Provide emotional support and companionship to individuals.
- Document daily activities and behavior observations
- Assist with behavior intervention plans as needed.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred.
- Ability to work flexible hour, including evenings and weekends.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Benefits:
- Competitive pay!
- Paid training
- $500 Sign-On Bonus
- Paid time off
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401K
- Free Life Insurance Policy starting at $15,000
We are committed to providing quality care and services to those we serve.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- On call
- Overnight shift
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Are you willing to complete drug testing?
Experience:
- Direct support professional: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Blue Bell, PA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person