JCHAI is an innovative organization that sees limitless potential and possibilities for both members and staff. Combining a unique blend of excellence, integrity, and empathy, JCHAI embraces a culture of belonging, respectful of differences and ensuring every voice is part of the conversation. Working for JCHAI is more than just a job, but an opportunity to be part of a family community that works together to grow personally and professionally.
JCHAI inspires and empowers individuals with developmental differences or disabilities to imagine and fulfill their life aspirations and be valued contributors in the community.
Direct Support Professional (DSP) will assist clients with intellectual disabilities in a garden style apartment complex in Bryn Mawr in achieving goals and objectives regarding independent living skills. Also, will help take clients to appointments and on social outings.
DSP will be scheduled to work weekdays starting between 3 and 5 pm and ending up to 10 pm. Opportunities for per diem assignments to other days will be available. Must have a driver’s license, insurance and a car for driving clients.
DSP will utilize compassion and creativity to enhance the lives of individuals served while ensuring their safety, happiness, and sense of community and belonging. DSP will maintain positive and open communication and collaboration with each individual, involved family members, medical professionals, and other service providers as appropriate and needed. DSP will maintain thorough, detailed progress notes regarding provided services. DSP will attend required and relevant trainings.
Position requirements: Possession of valid driver’s license, own automobile, and automobile insurance. Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
Benefits:
JCHAI offers a supportive, flexible work environment. We are committed to ensuring the highest quality of services for our clientele. Salary: Will depend on education and experience.
More information:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications for all job openings are welcome and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by state, federal or local law. It is the intent of JCHAI to comply with all applicable federal, state and local legislation concerning equal opportunity in employment.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Schedule:
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person