Residential Direct Support Professional
Listed on 2026-08-05
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Healthcare
Community Health, Mental Health, Direct Support Professional/ Direct Care -
Social Work
Community Health, Mental Health
Residential Direct Support Professional
Location:
Developmental Disabilities Program;
Georgetown, Delaware
Availability of Position:
Immediately
Schedule:
Full-time;
Overnight Shifts and every other weekend
Salary and Grade: $18.50 per hour
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
- Eligibility for the Federal Government's Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!
Position Overview:
This position is a non-exempt position with the responsibility for support to persons with developmental disabilities residing in residential program in Georgetown, DE.
Description of Position:
Assists individuals with developmental disabilities in becoming more independent and engaged in activities in the local community.
Requirements:
- Minimum requirement of a High School Diploma/GED.
- A valid driver's license and good driving record.
- Basic computer skills required.
- Experience should include supports to people with a range of Developmental Disabilities, including individuals with dual diagnoses and physical injuries.
- Position requires a positive attitude toward the abilities of individuals with disabilities.
- Good communication skills and the desire to engage people in activities that meet their interests and broaden their horizons.
- You must be able to successfully complete clearance required by the Joseph R. Biden II and the Child Protection Act.
- Child Protection Clearances DE.C 1142 & 1146, Chapter 11 of Title 16 of the Delaware Code, requires that all prospective employees complete the following clearance and background checks: DE Child Abuse History Clearance, DE State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record/Fingerprint Check, Drug Testing and TB Screenings. - Must have an understanding of and appreciation for the Mission of The Salvation Army.
Contact:
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