Day Program: Community Integration Counselor (DSP)

Community Options, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Options

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Career Growth Opportunities

Great coworkers/team

Tuition reduction

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is hiring a Day Program DSP in Philadelphia, PA to support individuals with learning and social life skills and to assist in community integration.

Starting pay is $18.60 per hour, with responsibilities including medication administration, driving to appointments, and coordinating community activities. The role requires a high school diploma or GED (bachelor's degree preferred), a valid driver’s license, and at least two years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Minimum of two years of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports.
• Employment contingent upon successful checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to increase independence.
• Meet waiver participants regularly in residence, community, or office setting.
• Provide ongoing support for community integration efforts.
• Document progress toward community integration.
• Build a support network between the individual and the community.
• Administer medications and ensure documentation is completed.
• Coordinate leisure and volunteer opportunities.
• Monitor health and medical needs and report concerns.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is hiring a Day Program DSP in Philadelphia, PA to support individuals with learning and social life skills and to assist in community integration.

Starting pay is $18.60 per hour, with responsibilities including medication administration, driving to appointments, and coordinating community activities. The role requires a high school diploma or GED (bachelor's degree preferred), a valid driver’s license, and at least two years of relevant experience.