RESIDENTIAL DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL PHILADELPHIA

Overview :

Position : Residential Direct Support Professional $16 per hr

Location : Developmental Disabilities Program, Philadelphia County

Availability of Position : Immediately (Multiple positions available)

Schedule : Full-time, Part-time hours available, and On-call positions (variable schedule, as needed, less than 19 hours per week during the week and weekend shifts.

Reporting Relationship : Program Coordinators

Salary and Grade : $16.00 per hour; On-Call rate $17 per hour; 72 Non-Exempt

The Salvation Army is hiring and offers Full-Time employees a truly excellent benefit package to eligible employees including :

• Generous paid time off every year that includes : holidays, up to 3 personal days, vacation time and sick time.
• Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment)
• Comprehensive health care coverage with low cost employee premiums, co-pays and deductibles
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Remitted Tuition Program
• Eligibility for the Federal Governments Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Most importantly a job with a good purpose!

Part-Time Employees are offered :

• Generous paid time off every year that includes : holidays, vacation time and sick time.
• Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment)
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life
• Most importantly a job with a good purpose!

Responsibilities :

This position is a non-exempt position with responsibility for supports to persons with developmental disabilities residing in residential programs in Philadelphia County.

Qualifications : Requirements :

Requirements :

Minimum requirement of a High School Diploma / GED with a valid drivers license. Experience should include supports to people with a range of Intellectual Disabilities, including individuals with dual diagnoses and physical disabilities.

Familiarity with policies, procedures and regulations toward the abilities of individuals with disabilities preferred. Position requires a positive attitude toward the abilities of the individuals with disabilities, good communication skills and the desire to engage people in activities that meet their interests and broaden their horizons.

Ability to work with management, staff, families and funding sources in a respectful and courteous manner. Ability to effectively communicate with staff and person(s) we provide services for.

Ability to initiate problem solving. Must be able to provide all clearances. It is essential to support The Salvation Army by having an appreciation and understanding of The Salvation Army mission.

Contact : Please send, email or fax your resume and a cover letter to :

The Salvation Army DDP

Attn : Loretta Carey

701 N. Broad Street

Philadelphia, Pa 19123

Email : [email protected]

Fax : 215-787-5953

Or go to : http : / / careers-usesalvationarmy.icims.com

No Phone Calls Please.

Updated by the Divisional Human Resources Department on 5 / 24 / 24.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

The Salvation Armys Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church.

Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.

Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

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