Habilitation Specialist, Home and Community

About the role

UCP Central PA is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide individualized support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or autism. The positions are available in various schedules, including full-time (30+ hours per week, varied hours between 900 am - 100 pm or 100 pm- 700 pm, occasional weekends as needed) and part-time (less than 20 hours per week, three days per week, varied hours between 900 am - 100 pm, occasional weekends as needed).

Responsibilities

• Utilize your own reliable vehicle to support individuals during appointments, work, and community outings.
• Encourage choice-making and everyday decision-making for individuals.
• Engage in recreational, social, and life-enrichment activities such as volunteering, meal preparation, fitness activities, swimming, relationship building, and developing everyday life skills.
• Develop and carry out individualized plans based on each person’s preferences, needs, and interests.
• Teach and support daily living skills, including personal care, hygiene, cooking, and light housekeeping.
• Communicate effectively to build trusting relationships and support social and community connections.
• Aid individuals in exploring employment interests and participating in work and community activities.

Requirements

• Willingness to use personal vehicle for transporting individuals in the community.
• 6 months to 2 years of previous job-related experience expected.
• Previous Personal Care Aide, Caregiver, Direct Support Professional (DSP), or Direct Care Worker experience preferred.
• Knowledge of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or autism.
• A valid driver’s license and 6 months driving experience required.
• Reliable transportation with valid insurance, registration, and inspection.
• Ability to communicate, read, write, and understand the English language.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to build trusting relationships.
• Knowledge of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or autism.
• Experience with personal care, hygiene, cooking, and light housekeeping.
• Ability to engage in recreational, social, and life-enrichment activities.
• Knowledge of employment interests and community activities.

Benefits

• Paid training and certifications including; CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration.
• Opportunities for advancement through our Pathfinder Program or within our growing organization.
• Same day pay available through Tapcheck.
• Comprehensive benefits may include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement with Company Match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and more!
• Eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness.
• Inclusive culture that values feedback, individuality, and employee recognition.
• Refer & earn $1,000!

Pay

$17.75 per hour.

Schedule

• Full-time: 30+ hours per week, varied hours between 900 am - 100 pm or 100 pm- 700 pm, occasional weekends as needed.
• Part-time: Less than 20 hours per week, three days per week, varied hours between 900 am - 100 pm, occasional weekends as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits may include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement with Company Match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and more!

UCP

UCP Central PA is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to jobs@ucpcentralpa.org.