Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems is seeking to hire an IDD Direct Support Professional Residential

Position specifics: FT/PT, 1st, 2nd, 3rd shift; weekend & holiday shifts also available.

Locations: Lancaster, PA

Program: IDD, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

The IDD Direct Support Professional Residential provides direct services to individuals living in Agency Residential Programs (Including Respite Services), In-Home Support Programs (Community Habilitation / Companion Services) and Supported-Employment Programs. Services vary by program and include life-skills teaching and assistance; work-skills teaching and assistance; promotion of social and recreational activities; and identification, linkage, and coordination of resources.

Role Description: In this role the IDD Direct Support Professional Residential will help each individual reach a maximum level of self-sufficiency through individualized interventions according to the Principles of Everyday Lives.

Interventions are based on the ISP developed collaboratively with individuals. IDD Direct Support Professional in residential programs are based at program sites where they interact with individuals on a one-to-one and group basis. IDD Direct Support Professional Residential In- Home Supports and Supported-Employment Programs provide services through face-to-face contacts in the home or identified community settings, or by telephone.

Responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to:

• Provide services as defined by the program description, Principles of Every Days Lives

• Develop and implement service plans as per program description.

• Develop and maintain linkages with adjunct providers to coordinate services.

• Monitor effectiveness of service delivery based on outcome measures, including Quality

• As needed, make changes to own service delivery to improve outcomes.

• Provide instruction and hands-on support to promote development of skills identified in the ISP.

• Identify resources which are accessible and beneficial to individuals and encourage their utilization.

• Identify and report opportunities for recreational activities for individuals.

• Identify and report additional resources.

• Maintain accurate records of billable services provided and submit records in a timely manner

• Provide services as dictated by individuals and program needs, per ISP.

• Support individuals in maintaining healthy relationships and resolving conflicts.

• Provide backup for other staff working in the program.

• Complete other responsibilities as assigned by direct supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION: High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

EXPERIENCE: Commitment to enhancing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities. Ability to work as part of a team. Must have a driver’s license and an acceptable driving record as determined by criteria established by the Agency’s insurance carrier and by Agency policy. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. CPR/FIRST AID TRAINING REQUIRED

Certifications Required: Must be able to complete and pass ODP Medication Administration Course for those working in residential programs.

Required Clearances: Pennsylvania Child Abuse clearance, Criminal clearance, and fingerprint based federal criminal history; Child Abuse Clearance if working with individuals under 18 years of age Verification that employee is not on any Medicaid/Medicare Exclusion list

• Interested persons should complete an online application.

• Resume REQUIRED.

Holcomb offers a generous benefit package to all employees who work a minimum of 30 hours per week. Benefits are available the first day of a new month after completing 30 days of employment. Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision are included. Paid holidays in addition to earned paid time off, 403(B) with company match, and 1 year salary of life insurance is available as well. Some benefits are available to employees working between 25-29 hours per week.

Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer! Holcomb personnel policies, procedures and practices prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, handicap, ancestry, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected class. Employment opportunities shall be made available for qualified handicapped applicants and reasonable accommodation shall be made to meet the physical or mental limitations of qualified applicants or employees.

Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems is accredited by the Joint Commission and provides a comprehensive range of services and supports for people with mental health, substance abuse, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and co-occurring disorders throughout southern and central Pennsylvania, central New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland. Additionally, we provide an array of prevention and educational programs for youth, parents, and adults to encourage healthy choices and lifestyles.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)