Notre Dame AmeriCorps Volunteer Position: Direct Support Professional

Full Time
Philadelphia, PA
Posted
Job description

This is a volunteer position through Notre Dame Mission Volunteers AmeriCorps.

Submit a formal application here: www.ndmva.org/apply

Start Date: January 1st, 2023

End Date: July 21, 2023

Service Description : Notre Dame AmeriCorps - Philadelphia helps support various programs and schools in the greater Philadelphia area. This program, started by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, seeks to build community among our members, as well as the people with whom we work by reaching out across culture and class. We are committed to helping people help themselves. Our goal is to promote and encourage education, community empowerment, leadership development and multicultural harmony. NDA creates holistic educational programs for at-risk children and adults in economically disadvantaged communities. Members serve in different non-profits, schools, or after school programs throughout the city of Philadelphia. If you are interested in an opportunity to serve with us, please fill out the online application. For more information about service sites in Philadelphia, please visit: http://www.ndmva.org/serve/americorps/philadelphia-pennsylvania/ or if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us!

Service Site Description : St. Edmond's Home for Children provides an exceptional holistic outcome-oriented plan of care for youth and adults with intellectual and physical disabilities. They offer a broad spectrum of medical nursing and therapeutic services to assist youth and adults to successfully navigate mental, psychological, and physical challenges amidst both on and off campus activities and interactions.

Job Description: The Direct Support Professional will support and serve by assisting and facilitating with Health, Safety, and Recreational activities:

Recreational:

  • Assist in development, planning, and implemention of educational, vocational, or recreational activities for youth, adults, or children residing at facility.
  • Aid staff in conducting physical exercise, occupational arts and crafts, and recreational games.
  • Coordinate and attend community outings with residents to ensure their safety and return.
  • Converse with residents to reinforce positive behaviors and promote social interaction.

Health + Safety:

  • Assist with the daily living tasks (bathing, grooming, and dressing) to promote good self-care.
  • Develop strategies to ensure quality of service in a safe and stimulating environment.
  • Attend to routine health care needs of residents under supervision of medical personnel.
  • Observe and document residents' behavior to facilitate assessment of treatment goals.

Learn More: https://www.stedmondshome.org/

Program Benefits: Training , Education award upon successful completion of service , Childcare assistance if eligible , Health Coverage , Stipend .

Terms : Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours .

Service Areas : Education , Children/Youth , Community Outreach .

Skills : Teaching/Tutoring , Education , Social Services , Community Organization , Youth Development , Conflict Resolution , Team Work .

Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $1,417.00 per month

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Professional development assistance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple Locations

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