Company Information
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Company Name: PAHrtners Deaf Services
Website: https://pahrtners.com/careers/

Job Information
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Job Title: Direct Support Professional
Job Type: Permanent, Part-time
Address:
614 N. Easton Road
Glenside, Pennsylvania. 19038
United States

Job Description:
If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and
fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with
intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health,
and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services!

*Must be proficient in ASL (American Sign Language) within 90 days of hire.*

The Position Summary: Bring your skills and passion to our team of dedicated
caregivers as a Direct Support Professional and watch your efforts make a
difference in the lives of people with disabilities. In this rewarding,
entry-level role you will be a key member of a care team, helping people
identify and achieve their goals and live their best lives.  From one day to
the next, you’ll wear many hats — advocate, cheerleader, teacher,
shopping partner, role model, coach, and more — supporting people in both
their home and community. Requires High School Diploma or GED (Preferred
(TN)), at least 18 years of age  and valid drivers’ license. Proficient in
ASL.
We are offering full time and part-time shifts with MULTIPLE AVAILABLE
SCHEDULES In MULTIPLE LOCATIONS including, Glenside, PA, Horsham, PA,
Abington, PA, and Wyndmoor, PA

The Position Summary: Bring your skills and passion to our team of dedicated
caregivers as a Direct Support Professional and watch your efforts make a
difference in the lives of people with disabilities. In this rewarding,
entry-level role you will be a key member of a care team, helping people
identify and achieve their goals and live their best lives.  From one day to
the next, you’ll wear many hats — advocate, cheerleader, teacher,
shopping partner, role model, coach, and more — supporting people in both
their home and community. Requires High School Diploma or GED (Preferred
(TN)), at least 18 years of age  and valid drivers’ license. Proficient in
ASL.

Here is a link for the job description in American Sign Language, ASL:

https://pahrtners.com/careers/residential-counselors-for-deaf-adults-wi…
[1]

Pay Rate: $18.00/hour

Base pay set by facility. Based on education and experience.
Bonus: $1,000 Sign On once criteria are met!

Bonus is for full time employees and paid out according to training schedule.
Schedule: Full Time and Part Ti. Shifts cover all days of the week, Monday
through Sunday.

Position Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED
At least 18 years of age
Proficient in American Sign Language (ASL)
Valid driver’s license (if required)
Be able to lift, twist, bend, push over 30 lbs.
Meet all pre-employment screening
Responsibilities:

Provide education on human, legal, and civil rights.
Promote healthy living and prevent illness and accidents.
Increase awareness of self-advocacy and support individual choice and
decision-making.
Accompany people to work, the movies, concerts, shopping, and other community
outings.
Teach independent living skills.
Provide transportation to appointments.
Foster positive relationships within the community.
Promote decision-making about living, work, and social relationships.
Assist with personal care and bathing, help around the home (laundry,
cleaning, and decorating)
Document the care you provide.
Understand diverse challenges of those living with disabilities and use
effective advocacy strategies.
Connect people with resources to further explore opportunities in their
career, education, volunteerism, etc.
Promote effective communication.
Assist in medication administration where state law allows.
Protect confidentiality.
Skill requirements:

Conflict resolution
Some computer skills preferred
Decision making
Communication skills
Ability to maintain good work attendance
Ability to maintain confidentiality
#HPDSP

Pre-employment screening:

Complete criminal background
Name checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse
Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)
Drug testing
Education verification and other credentialing based on position
requirements.
Proof of employment history or references (if required)
Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance,
and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals.
We offer the following benefits to employees:

Payactiv: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve
already worked, before payday!
Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money!
Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)
401(k) retirement savings program
Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial
Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for
qualifying employees)
Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities
*contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above
benefits

EEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide
reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected
disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and
ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable
accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our
solutions center.

About RHA:

At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and
developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live
their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment
while creating opportunities for personal outcomes.

For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very
center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North
Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey.

If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and
support apply to join the team today.


[1] 
https://pahrtners.com/careers/residential-counselors-for-deaf-adults-with-intellectual-disabilities/


Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED
At least 18 years of age
Proficient in American Sign Language (ASL)
Valid driver’s license (if required)



Links to External Job Postings:
Title: Multiple Positions Available
URL: https://pahrtners.com/careers/


Resume Information
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Applicants should submit the following:: Resume
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Application Information
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Email application materials to:: elena.moore@rhanet.org