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Part Time - Residential Direct Support Professional

  • Norristown, PA, United States
  • NORRISTOWN, PA, United States
  • Collegeville, PA, United States

Part-time

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Job type
Part-time
Posting language
English
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Original job description

Residential Direct Support Professional – Part-Time Weekends Make a difference every weekend! Join our team as a Residential Direct Support Professional (DSP) and help individuals with developmental disabilities live more independently, safely, and meaningfully in their community. 📅 Weekend Schedule Saturday & Sunday - weekly or bi-weekly

Shifts Available:

  • 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
  • 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM

❤️ What You’ll Do As a Residential DSP, you'll provide hands-on support and companionship to individuals in a community-based residential home. Every day is an opportunity to help someone build independence, participate in their community, and reach their personal goals.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Assist with daily living activities such as personal care, meals, mobility, and household routines.
  • Support individuals with their personalized care and support plans.
  • Encourage participation in community activities, recreation, education, and employment.
  • Promote independence, dignity, choice, and self-confidence.
  • Monitor health and safety and report concerns or changes appropriately.
  • Provide medication support as trained and authorized.
  • Complete required documentation accurately and on time.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming home environment.
  • Work collaboratively with families, healthcare providers, and other members of the support team.

⭐ What We’re Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, behavioral health needs, or similar populations preferred.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Dependable and able to work independently.
  • Ability to successfully complete required background checks and health screenings.
  • CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.

Preferred:

  • Previous DSP or residential care experience.
  • DSP certification or related credential.
  • Experience with person-centered planning or behavior support.
  • Medication administration or other healthcare training.
  • Experience with electronic documentation systems.

🌟 Why This Role Matters This isn't just a weekend job. Your support can help someone become more independent, experience their community, build meaningful relationships, and have a life filled with choice and purpose. If you're compassionate, dependable, patient, and looking for meaningful part-time work, we'd love to hear from you!

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Skills

  • Personal care
  • Mentor individuals
  • Health and safety
  • Documentation
  • Communication skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Work independently
  • CPR
  • First Aid
  • Medication administration

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