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Direct Support Professional BHS

SPIN·Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

$18 - $19/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 5 months ago
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About the role

Provide direct support to individuals with behavioral health needs to help them achieve personal goals and improve their quality of life. Collaborate with professionals to implement individualized care plans and maintain accurate client documentation.

Come Join Us at SPIN!

We Are Currently Seeking Direct Support Professionals-BHA Who Are Able to Provide a Life of Possibilities.

Did you know that our benefits start immediately after your completion of training?

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Direct Support Professional BHA to join our SPIN Team..

As a Direct Support Professional BHA, you will be responsible for providing support to individuals with behavioral health needs in a compassionate and professional manner.

Your main goal will be to assist individuals in achieving their personal goals and improving their quality of life.

You will work closely with a team of professionals to ensure that the highest level of care is provided to the people we support.

This is a challenging and rewarding role that requires a strong commitment to excellence and a passion for helping others.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Driver's license with at least one year of driving experience
  • Must be available to attend the 2.5 week hourly paid-training program during the hours of 8am-5pm

Expectations

  • Minimum of 1 year's experience working with individuals with co-occurring disorders
  • Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
  • Working experience in crisis intervention, trauma-informed care and positive behavioral support approaches
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct support to individuals with behavioral health needs
  • Assist individuals in achieving their personal goals and improving their quality of life
  • Collaborate with a team of professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of client progress and treatment
  • Ensure that all care is provided in accordance with industry standards and best practices

Skills

As a Direct Support Professional BHA, you will use your strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with the people we support and their families. You will also use your problem-solving and critical thinking skills to develop and implement individualized care plans. Your ability to work independently and as part of a team will be essential in providing the highest level of care to people we support. Additionally, your experience working in a behavioral health arrangement and with individuals with developmental disabilities and co-occurring disorders will be invaluable in this role.

  • SPIN Offers Benefits to Their Employees Who Work 30+ Hours. These Benefits Include:
  • Full medical benefits only $5 per pay – free Dental & Vision coverage
  • 40 hour employees earn 3 weeks PTO in their first year
  • retirement plan and biannual employer match
  • Up to $500 yearly in Wellness plan rewards
  • Longevity & referral bonuses and much more!

SPIN is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. SPIN does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.”

Sunday/Monday 4pm-12am/Friday/Saturday 8am-4pm 32 hours weekly

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma, a valid driver's license with one year of experience, and completion of a 2.5-week training program. Candidates should have at least one year of experience working with individuals with co-occurring disorders and developmental disabilities.

  • high school
  • Communication
  • Documentation
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Critical thinking
  • Crisis intervention
  • Care planning
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Positive behavioral support

Benefits

  • Retirement plan
  • Paid time off
  • Referral bonuses
  • Vision coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Medical benefits
  • Longevity bonuses
  • Employer match
  • Wellness plan rewards

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$18 - $19/hr
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Posted
Feb 1, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

SPIN

A 501(c)(3) non-profit, SPIN (Special People in Northeast) is a leading provider of supports for children and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disability in Greater Philadelphia and the Lehigh Valley. SPIN also provides high-quality, early childhood education...

Salary listed on 10 jobs
IndustryNon-profit Organizations
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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Behavioral health employers in Pennsylvania often seek candidates with direct patient care experience, and roles can be more competitive when applicants also bring phlebotomy certification or experience in crisis, detox, or acute psychiatric settings. This posting requires a high school diploma or GED plus at least one year of patient care experience, and the listed requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. If you’re considering applying, review whether your experience matches the setting and be ready to highlight any behavioral-health or phlebotomy background.

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