Autism - Community/Direct Support Professional - Float

Key Human Services; Exton (PA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Keystone Human Services seeks a Casual/Per Diem Community/Direct Support Professional Float to support individuals with autism in inclusive community settings. This role emphasizes person-directed support, health, and wellness, enabling participation in valued social roles.

The position involves encouraging independence, assisting with daily living, transportation for activities, coordinating services, and medication administration per policy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle.
• Effective communication and proficient computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Encourage independence, decision-making, and community participation to promote valued social roles.
• Assist with personal hygiene, grooming, meal planning/preparation, and promote overall health and wellness.
• Provide transportation and support for community activities, employment, and social engagement as needed.
• Administer medications per policy, schedule and attend medical appointments, and implement physician orders as directed.
• Actively participate in designing, coordinating, and implementing ISPs and attend plan meetings.

Skills

Effective communication

Proficient computer skills

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Keystone Human Services is currently seeking a Casual/Per Diem Community/Direct Support Professional Float to join our team in providing individualized, person-directed support in Autism. Our work focuses on inclusion and building communities where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and fully participate in everything society has to offer. Keystone Human Services values health, wellbeing, and professional growth. Our team has access to a competitive benefits package comprised of medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K, career advancement, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and more!

Key Responsibilities: Encourage independence, decision-making, and community participation to promote valued social roles Assist with personal hygiene, grooming, meal planning/preparation, and promote overall health and wellness Provide transportation and support for community activities, employment, and social engagement as needed Maintain positive, professional interactions with individuals supported, their families, and all stakeholders; coordinate services as needed Administer medications per policy, schedule and attend medical appointments, and implement physician orders as directed Actively participate in designing, coordinating, and implementing ISPs and attend plan meetings

Job Details: Casual/Per Diem non-exempt positions $19.00 per hour ($21.00 per hour with bachelor’s degree)

Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent Effective communication and proficient computer skills Valid driver’s license with daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle Use of personal vehicle to transport individuals within the community Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including clearances and verifications

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.

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Who we are: Keystone Human Services works to create an environment where all people, regardless of ability, can grow, make choices and be valued and contributing members of the community.

What we do: Keystone Human Services provides community-based services for children, adolescents, adults, and families in the areas of intellectual disabilities, autism, and mental health. In addition, we provide technical assistance to governments and other organizations to develop frameworks of support for people with disabilities. We also support educational efforts to promote community understanding and awareness of the value and importance of inclusion for all people in all aspects of society.

We offer services and supports in Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Delaware, and New Jersey in the United States, as well as parts of Eastern Europe and India.