Chestnut Hill Support Staff Flexible Schedule

Terrapin House, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 28,929 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Terrapin House, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional to support a woman in her 40s in Chestnut Hill. The role focuses on building meaningful relationships, encouraging independence, and fostering community involvement in a warm, low-stress environment.

The position involves planning activities, preparing meals, promoting wellness, and accompanying the client on outings. Candidates should be dependable, organized, and able to work independently while passing background checks.

Qualifications

• At least two years of caregiving or direct support experience.
• Familiar with supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Non-smoker and able to pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Plan community outings and meaningful daily activities.
• Prepare simple, healthy meals together.
• Encourage exercise, routines, and wellness.
• Assist with weather-appropriate clothing choices.
• Provide reminders for personal care when needed.
• Support volunteer opportunities and community participation.

Skills

Caregiving experience

IDD support familiarity

Dependable

Organized

Independent work

Job description

Flexible Schedule | Meaningful Work | Supportive Environment

Are you looking for work that truly makes a difference?

We're searching for a kind, dependable Direct Support Professional to join a wonderful support team for a warm, funny, and community-minded woman in her 40s who lives in beautiful Chestnut Hill.

She enjoys volunteering, staying active, spending time in her community, and continuing to build her independence. We're looking for someone who will encourage her, celebrate her successes, and become a trusted part of her day.

This is a positive, low-stress environment where you'll have the opportunity to build a genuine relationship and make a meaningful impact every day.

Available Shifts

• Tuesday & Thursday: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
• Saturday & Sunday: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• Monday-Friday Overnight: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM

What You'll Do

You'll provide support that helps her enjoy an active, independent, and fulfilling life, including:

• Planning fun community outings and meaningful daily activities
• Preparing simple, healthy meals together
• Encouraging exercise, healthy routines, and wellness
• Assisting with choosing weather-appropriate clothing
• Providing respectful reminders for personal care when needed
• Supporting volunteer opportunities and community participation

If you enjoy building authentic relationships and helping someone live their best life, this is a position you'll look forward to each day.

We're Looking For Someone Who Is

• Kind, patient, and encouraging
• Experienced (at least two years of caregiving or direct support experience)
• Familiar with supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Dependable, organized, and able to work independently
• Creative, flexible, and positive
• Able to pass state and federal background checks
• A non-smoker

Pay & Benefits

Starting pay: $21-$25 per hour, based on experience and the level of support provided.

Whether you're looking for daytime, evening, or overnight hours, we'd love to find a schedule that works well for everyone.

If you're someone who believes that kindness, respect, and genuine connection can change someone's day, we'd love to hear from you. Come join a team where your work is appreciated, your contributions matter, and the relationships you build will make a lasting difference.