Community Support Professional - Day Community - Full TimeHours: Monday - Friday day hours; 37.5 hours/weekDo you want to share your knowledge and help others achieve goals?As a Direct Support Professional in our community day program, you will be helping adults with intellectual and physical disabilities foster independence. You will be there every step of the way as our individuals gain valuable new skills. Work with a team of creative and reliable professionals to help our adults grow, learn and connect with others in their community. It's more than a career; it's a fulfilling way of life.Responsibilities include implementing goal plans, assisting with vocational, pre-vocational, social, and communication skills, personal care, and completing progress notes. Direct Support Professionals follow activity schedules and participate in interesting, growth-oriented in-facility activities, transport and accompany individuals on community outings, and complete additional position requirements unique to the facility.Qualifications:
Must be 18 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver's license and good driving record
Eligibility for State Police Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse History Clearance
FBI fingerprint clearance required for individuals who do not meet PA residency requirements.Perks with a Purpose
Our benefits are created withYOUin mind.Healthcare
Highmark Medical and Mental Health
Free Delta Dental Coverage
Free Davis Vision Coverage
Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Financial Well-being
401K and 403B Retirement Savings options
On-Demand Pay
Employee Referral Bonus program
Student Loan Forgiveness
College Scholarship & Tuition Discounts
Employee Discounts
Life & Family Support
Free Life Insurance
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
LifeSolutions Employee Assistance Program
Erie Campus- discounted on-site weekday childcare
Employee discounts for select events and servicesWho is Barber National Institute?The Barber National Institute is a non-profit committed to its mission of providing the highest quality services for children and adults with autism, intellectual disabilities, or behavioral health challenges and their families. Since our founding in 1952, we have evolved into a multi-faceted organization serving more than 6,200 individuals annually with a wide range of educational, vocational, residential, and behavioral health programs.We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. If you need an accommodation to apply, please contact HR. EOEQualified candidates may apply by clicking, "Apply Now". Next, submit your resume. You may complete a cover letter on the following screen. You must contact the employer via one of the methods listed on the screen after clicking "Apply for this job". Please be sure to identify PA CareerLink as your referral source.