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Job Location: Sharon Hill, PA - Sharon Hill, PA

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $19.00 - $19.00 Hourly

Description

Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of others, as well as your community? If so, this is the PERFECT opportunity for YOU!

As a Support Partner you will be providing direct support in partnership with people with disabilities, on a one-to-one basis, in their own homes and communities. Services include direct support in the form of community involvement and/or accommodation with all activities of daily living including personal care, communication, transportation and inclusive social and recreational activities.

We are looking to partner with people who are creative, energetic and like to have fun. We are looking for people who want to ensure that ALL people's rights are secured, that people can live a self-determined life and who believe in equity!

This is a very rewarding position, perfect for someone with an interest in special education, psychology, sociology, social work; and all related fields. Personal or professional experience with people with intellectual disabilities and a mental health diagnosis is a plus but not a requirement.

Part-time SCHEDULE:  (13 hours per week)

Monday and Friday: 9AM - 2PM

Wednesdays: 2PM - 5PM

DETAILS of PERSON SUPPORTED:

A very sociable and caring woman in the Sharon Hill area is looking for an ideal staff to assist with activities of daily living and to support her everyday life in the home with her father and out in the community. She is a big music 60s-70s music fan and is very kindhearted. This woman's days typically involve at least one trip to the gym each shift, followed by whatever else she wanted to do within a 3 hour period. These activities outside of the gym typically include making food with staff's guidance (sometimes stopping somewhere for a bite to eat or a drink to sip on), rides to different churches and spending time with her father back at her house. She also might want to go on trips to places such as the shore, the Camden Aquarium or to New York City (specifically Strawberry Fields in Central Park as she is a big fan of the Beatles!), and staff has helped out with these trips to ensure safe transportation/supervision and a fun time to be had. The ideal staff will be able to multitask, organize and participate in this woman's preferred activities. We are looking for a supports partner who is outgoing, energetic, sociable and patient, who will ensure that this woman lives her best, safe and happy everyday life. Additionally ideal staff will be able to do light work outs at the gym (or at least Supervise while she is exercising) and is open to taking her to different places she might want to go visit.

We know not everyone who finds themselves upon this job posting will fit exactly what is described above. However, if you share in our mission and vision of full civil rights, inclusion, and self-determination for ALL people, including those with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, we encourage you to apply.

Values Into Action is an equal opportunity employer. As a disability rights organization we:

• Are dedicated to social justice and human rights in all its forms;
• Are committed to fostering an organizational culture that is inclusive of people with respect to their race, color, disability, ethnicity, religious creed, sex, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, marital status or other personal characteristics;
• Welcome and strive to retain and advance individuals from diverse backgrounds who share our values

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year experience supporting people to live in the community.
• Possession of a valid drivers license ith a safe driving record.
• Access to a reliable vehicle, proof of current vehicle registration, inspection, and insurance.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Be or willing to be Covid-19 Vaccinated prior to employment.