Enhanced Direct Support Professional

Job Description

Job Description

We are currently seeking multiple Enhanced DSP's for a Client in Boyertown, PA!

Pay starts at $30 an hr.

Enhanced DSPs provide direct support services, companion services, and/or respite care to young adults and adults with Intellectual and Developmental disabilities (I/DD), including behavioral support. Services are provided to the clients at home and/or in the community setting, in accordance with the Individual Support Plan (ISP). Enhanced Direct Support Professionals (DSP) are directly supervised by a Program Specialist, as well as the Program Director.

Why should you join Help at Home?

• Weekly pay
• Flexible scheduling
• Highest wages in the state, plus cash incentives
• Amazing benefits – health care, paid time off, and cash bonuses!
• Meaningful work with clients who need your help
• Industry leader with 40+ years of history in a high-demand field

Become a Help at Home Hero TODAY! Apply online or in person!

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES:

• Provide direct care and support to individuals receiving enhanced IHCS, both in their homes and within the community.
• Implement person-centered plans to address the unique needs and goals of each individual, promoting their personal growth and quality of life.
• Assist individuals with activities of daily living (ADLs), including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and household tasks.
• Support and encourage individuals in developing and maintaining social skills, community integration, and independent living skills.
• Monitor and document individual progress, behaviors, and medical conditions according to PA ODP 6100 regulations.
  • Behaviors to be managed include: property destruction, verbal aggression, mild physical aggression, self injurious behaviors, and elopement
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including healthcare professionals, therapists, and case managers, to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care for individuals.

COMPETENCIES

• Possession of an RN or LPN license, or CNA certification or Registered Behavior Technician, demonstrating a strong healthcare background.
• Alternatively, a bachelor's degree in sociology, psychology, education, counseling, gerontology, or a similar field is required.
• If lacking the above degrees or certifications, completion of the required training through the National Association for the Dually Diagnosed (NADD) is necessary.
• Knowledge and understanding of PA ODP 6100 regulations and the ability to adhere to them in daily practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with individuals, their families, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated patience, empathy, and the ability to adapt to the unique needs and behaviors of individuals.
• Reliable and responsible, with a strong commitment to providing high-quality care and support.

Caregivers must comply with state background screening requirements. Compensation, benefits, time off, and bonuses vary by state and location, so please ask for complete details at your interview.

*$1,000 sign-on bonus is valid for applicants effective 1/1/2025. Sign-on bonus is paid in two increments: $500 is paid after the caregiver has worked 500 hours from the start date and another $500 is paid out after the caregiver has worked 1,000 hours from the start date. Caregiver must be active at the time of bonus payout and be at a minimum of an 85% electronic visit verification to receive the sign-on bonus. Bonuses will be paid within 30 days of reaching eligibility. New caregivers as well as previous caregivers who have not worked for Help at Home since prior to 1/1/2024 will be eligible for the bonus. Caregivers transferring from an organization within the Help at Home, LLC portfolio of companies are not eligible to receive the bonus.

Data Security and Privacy Statement:

At Help at Home, we prioritize protecting your personal information during the hiring process. We comply with all relevant data privacy regulations, including HIPAA and SOX where applicable. Your data will only be used to assess your employment suitability and won't be shared with unauthorized parties.

We use strong security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access or disclosure. By submitting your application, you consent to this process. You can access, modify, or request deletion of your data by contacting us.

Employees must adhere to our data protection policies and legal requirements to safeguard sensitive information.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Help At Home is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or religion or other legally protected status.

Data Security and Privacy Statement

At Help at Home, we prioritize protecting your personal information during the hiring process. We comply with all relevant data privacy regulations, including HIPAA and SOX where applicable. Your data will only be used to assess your employment suitability and won't be shared with unauthorized parties.

We use strong security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access or disclosure. By submitting your application, you consent to this process. You can access, modify, or request deletion of your data by contacting us.

Employees must adhere to our data protection policies and legal requirements to safeguard sensitive information.

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