Direct Support Professional

Description

RHD's Montgomery County Homeless Services Program is looking for On-Call Direct Support Professionals to join our Team receiving $16.50 per Hour.

Essential Duties and Functions

• Provide supervision of individuals in accordance with their Person-Centered Support Plan.
• Administer Medication as needed.
• Provide transportation to consumers as-needed.
• Support consumers in activities of daily living such as meal prep, toileting, personal hygiene, as appropriate .
• Assist in Community Integration Activities and access to community Supports including medical appointments, social security access, etc.

Administrative

• Complete required documentation in a timely manner.
• All other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Essential Duties Addendum

• Monitor site, including laundry and outdoor smoking areas.
• Encourage and assist with tasks as needed.
• Distribute meals and provide additional meals to residents when requested.
• Communicate with co-workers and supervisors regarding any problems or critical areas that need special attention or monitoring.
• Assist and encourage clients with job and apartment searches.
• Complete new resident intakes as necessary.
• Utilize crisis intervention and de-escalation skills as necessary.

Who We Are

Resources for Human Development is a national human services nonprofit with the broadest possible service mission. RHD specializes in creating innovative, quality services that support people of all abilities wherever the need exists. Founded in 1970, RHD serves tens of thousands of people every year with caring and effective programs: addressing intellectual and developmental disabilities, behavioral health, homelessness, addiction recovery and more.

Program Summary

Montgomery County Homeless Services within RHD offers a safe place to stay and assistance for individuals experiencing homelessness, helping them transition towards independent living. The program is a partnership between Your Way Home, Montgomery County's Office of Behavioral Health, and Resources for Human Development. Located in Montgomery County, PA, this program specifically caters to single adults without housing in the county. Clients have access to dedicated caseworkers who help them find permanent housing and apply for necessary benefits. Additionally, we provide practical support such as laundry facilities, transportation, meals, clothing, and essential life skills training.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED is required, associates or bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Basic computer and internet literacy with the ability to utilize applications like emails, time recording and other programs to enter and retrieve data as necessary to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Prior experience in the human services field preferred.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Subject to employment screenings, including FBI clearance. if applicable.

Resources for Human Development is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran, or disability status.