Intellectual Disability - Direct Support Professional
Keystone Human Services · Wilkes-Barre, PA · 2 wk ago
Healthcare$20.5/hrFull-time
About the role
Keystone Human Services is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide individualized, person-directed support in areas such as intellectual disabilities, mental health, and autism. The role focuses on inclusion and community building, supporting adults in creating healthy and engaging home settings, teaching daily living skills, assisting with personal care, and advocating for health and wellness.
Responsibilities
- Create a healthy and engaging home setting for individuals
- Teach and assist with daily living skills
- Assist with personal care needs
- Advocate for the health and wellness of the people we support
Requirements
- Effective communication and basic computer skills
- Valid driver’s license with daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle
- Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including clearances and verifications
Qualifications
- Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K, career advancement, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and more
- Full Time, Part Time, and Casual/Per Diem hours available
- $20.50 per hour minimum wage
Skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Basic computer proficiency
- Ability to drive and maintain a reliable vehicle
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Paid time off
- 401K
- Career advancement
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness programs
Pay
- $20.50 per hour
Schedule
- Full Time, Part Time, and Casual/Per Diem hours available
Disclaimer
Keystone Human Services prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.