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DSP (Direct Support Professional with Experience)

At Peace Health Care Agency · Sunbury, PA · 6 days ago
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Job Summary

Are you passionate about empowering others and making a real difference in your community? As a Direct Support Professional, you’ll play a vital role in enhancing the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities—both at home and in the community. You’ll provide person-centered care, encourage independence, and ensure safety and dignity in every interaction.

Duties

  • Deliver hands-on support with daily living activities, personal care, and mobility
  • Foster independence and community involvement for individuals with disabilities
  • Implement and adapt individualized care plans and behavioral strategies (BSP)
  • Ensure a safe, respectful environment that protects individual rights and well-being
  • Support individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other diverse needs
  • Maintain strict confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA standards
  • Provide transportation and accompany individuals to medical, therapy, and community appointments

Skills

  • Strong knowledge of behavioral support plans (BSPs) and home care practices
  • Ability to assist individuals with mobility and personal care needs
  • Proficient in goal tracking and implementing individualized support strategies
  • Solid understanding of individual rights, person-centered advocacy, and HIPAA compliance
  • Career-focused training in direct support roles

Requirements

  • Valid driver’s license and access to your own reliable transportation
  • Prior experience as a DSP
  • Client prefers male staff
  • Must have own vehicle that is either all-wheel drive or 4-wheel drive
  • Must be able to drive up a mountain in the winter

Benefits

Flexible: 7 hours a week 9am-12pm on Saturday and 9am-1pm on Sundays

Work Location

In person

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