Direct Support Professional - Part Time

About the role

Looking for meaningful part-time evening work to start your week? As a Direct Support Professional, you'll help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities live fulfilling, independent lives in a supportive community home. Work just two evenings a week while making a real impact!

Responsibilities

• Empowerment & Personal Growth: Help individuals work toward their personal independence goals
  Provide coaching, guidance, and encouragement following individualized care plans
  Serve as a positive role model and trusted companion
  Support skill development in daily living activities
• Community Engagement & Activities: Plan and participate in engaging evening recreational and therapeutic programs
  Accompany residents on community outings, appointments, and social activities
  Transport individuals safely to various destinations
  Foster community connections and relationships
• Daily Living Support: Assist with personal care needs as required
  Help with meal preparation and light housekeeping
  Create a warm, clean, and welcoming home environment
  Ensure residents' comfort and dignity in all activities
• Health, Safety & Documentation: Monitor and support medication administration and health needs
  Implement approved behavior support plans when needed
  Maintain a safe living environment and respond to emergencies appropriately
  Complete required documentation, reports, and data collection

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license held for at least 3 years with no more than 3 points on driving record
• Pennsylvania clearances (Child Abuse, Criminal, FBI fingerprinting)
• Compassionate, patient, and dependable personality
• Comfortable working evening hours
• No experience necessary

Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license held for at least 3 years with no more than 3 points on driving record
• Pennsylvania clearances (Child Abuse, Criminal, FBI fingerprinting)
• Comprehensive paid training provided
• Employee recognition programs
• Referral bonus opportunities
• Discount programs through "Tickets at Work"
• Verizon mobile service discounts
• Tuition reimbursement options available
• Potential to transition to additional shifts or full-time positions
• Pathways to leadership roles

Benefits

• Competitive Pay & Perks: $18/hour
• Paid training provided
• Employee recognition programs
• Referral bonus opportunities
• Discount programs through "Tickets at Work"
• Verizon mobile service discounts
• Tuition reimbursement options available
• Potential to transition to additional shifts or full-time positions
• Pathways to leadership roles

Schedule

Part-Time
Sunday 4 pm - 12 am
Monday 4 pm - 12 am
Friday - Saturday 12 am - 8 am

Pay

$18/hour

Benefits

• Paid training provided
• Employee recognition programs
• Referral bonus opportunities
• Discount programs through "Tickets at Work"
• Verizon mobile service discounts
• Tuition reimbursement options available
• Potential to transition to additional shifts or full-time positions
• Pathways to leadership roles