Direct Support Professional/Counselor

Devereux Pennsylvania Children's IDD Services always needs part-time, every other weekend help and has Full-Time opportunities as well. The Disruptive Behavior Disorder (DBD) program and Sexual Responsibility Services (SRS) provides services to males and females ages 10 through 21, with a degree of cognitive limitations ranging from borderline intellectual functioning to mild intellectual disabilities, with IQs ranging from 50 to 75. The programs specifically focuses on improving the emotional and behavioral condition of the child, as well as developing skills for communication, self-care, and socialization in a nurturing and positive environment.

As a Direct Support Professional in this program, you will provide intensive supervision and treatment of the youth, with the goal of teaching them to conduct themselves appropriately in various settings, learn to protect against victimization, and to develop skills in adaptive behaviors that will promote healthy functioning.

As a Direct Support Professional, you will be expected to actively assist your assigned clients in the participation, involvement and routine of their individualized program. Examples include but are not limited to: Ensures Individuals are safe, healthy, and living in a clean environment; Assists and supports in the planning, implementation, and documentation of programs designed to meet the social, emotional, physical, and personal needs of Individuals; Assists, supports, and instructs Individuals in self-help skills designed to encourage independence; Accompanies Individuals on community life outings, medical appointments, and other activities, as indicated; Other duties include: meal preparation, room care and personal hygiene;

Pay range for this position is $10.40-13.04/hour. **Hourly rates are based upon educational credentials and comparable employment history. ** All shifts require every other weekend and holidays are required.

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Bachelor's Degree from an accredited program in an area of human services, which includes sociology, psychology, criminal justice, etc. AND one (1) year of human service experience OR two (2) years of direct care experience and a high school diploma or GED plus 12 semester credit hours in sociology, psychology, criminal justice, special education, etc. from an approved educational program.

The IDEAL candidate will... Be empathetic, a team player, have excellent written and verbal communication skills, energetic, creative, understand the theories of behavior management and positive reinforcement, and represent yourself as a positive role model. Additionally, you must be able to complete eight days of new hire orientation class, have a strong passion for working with and helping children and adolescents with special needs and possess a valid license.

Physical Requirements: Significant amounts of walking, sitting, and standing. Some lifting and/or managing resistance required related to applying physical intervention techniques upwards of 75-100 lbs. or more. Some repetitive wrist/hand movements, normal hearing and vision. Occasional use of computers and office equipment. Occasional driving of Devereux vehicles for business purposes. Ability to meet 100% mastery of Safe and Positive Approaches.

Work Environment: Regularly works inside areas that are adequately lighted and ventilated. Some fluctuations in temperature. Use of Protective equipment such as latex gloves, facial mask protective eyewear, and gown. Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Some degree of physical involvement in exercise of Safe and Positive Approaches.