Bi-Lingual Direct Support Professional (Spanish)
Company: PATH People Acting To Help, Inc.
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: January 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description ABOUT PATH INC. PATH (People
Acting to Help) Inc. is a comprehensive Community Behavioral Health
and Intellectual Disability Center. We offer a wide of array of
services and supports to meet the needs of our community in
Northeast Philadelphia. PATH regularly achieves the highest levels
of accreditation including a 5 Star Provider Rating by CBH,
Philadelphia’s Managed Care Entity, and recognition and awards
related to our high-quality, innovative programs and staff
accomplishments and contributions. Our Mission? To Help Individuals
Achieve a More Independent and Fulfilling Life. WHY WORK AT PATH? A
Career with Meaning At PATH, our team members are at the heart of
what we do, so we work hard to give them the best reasons to work
here — and to stay here. In addition to the satisfaction of making
a real difference in people's lives, we offer: • Competitive pay •
Annual increases • Performance and longevity bonuses •
Comprehensive benefits package for staff and family • Generous
number of paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time •
No-cost pension plan • Ongoing professional development
opportunities, including licensure supervision • Cutting-edge
treatment facility, resources, and treatment modalities •
Opportunities for advancement and growth within the organization •
Eligible for the Federal Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
program • Referral bonus for referring a friend who accepts
employment JOB SUMMARY: To promote the mission of PATH to help
individuals achieve a more independent and fulfilling life by being
an effective team member. The BHID Specialized Residential Service
provides direct care including support, structure, assistance,
skill training and therapeutic interventions, for service
participants, in collaboration with BHID Integrated Clinical
Services team. Services are provided in the home and community.
QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent and 12 credit
hours from an accredited college/university OR , prior to hire, an
approved waiver from CBH is obtained that includes a rationale for
hiring without the required credit hours 2 years’ experience in
human services, paid or unpaid, preferably with adults with
psychiatric and/or intellectual disabilities. Fluency in Spanish
language required. Able to use an Electronic Health Record. Valid
Driver's License required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to assist
in crisis management interventions, administer CPR/First Aid, and
assist individuals with mobility issues as needed. SPECIFIC DUTIES:
Provide supervision of residents at all times in accordance with
their integrated individual support plan. Maintain a supportive,
therapeutic relationship with each service participant. Be aware of
each service participant’s individual service plan, history,
medications, current needs and any special accommodations required
by the participant. Act as a role model at all times, maintaining
appropriate boundaries and demonstrating effective communication
skills. Maintain clear and consistent expectations of each service
participant while maintaining a safe, supportive environment. We
are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status,
genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law .
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