Day Program Direct Support Professional — Full-Time Impact

COMHAR, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

COMHAR is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for our Day Program in Philadelphia, PA. This full-time role provides direct services and residential support to individuals with IDD and related needs, helping with daily living activities, personal care, and community engagement while upholding dignity and privacy.

Responsibilities include safe transportation, medication administration per guidelines, documentation, and participation in team meetings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current PA Driver's License with satisfactory driving record; eligible to operate program vehicles.
• Six months of related experience in an IDD Residential facility or related environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy of all consumer records and information.
• Able to work well with individuals with varying emotional and cognitive challenges.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and priorities and complete assignments in a timely manner while adhering to COMHAR procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide respectful, person-centered support to individuals with IDD in a residential/day program setting.
• Assist with daily living activities, personal hygiene, household tasks, and healthy routines.
• Support meal preparation, serve meals, and assist with cleanup.
• Administer approved medications according to guidelines.
• Safely operate COMHAR vehicles to transport consumers as needed.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation for all assigned duties.
• Report crises, unusual incidents, or concerns to the Site Manager.
• Attend multidisciplinary team meetings and required trainings.
• Maintain confidentiality of all consumer information.
• Provide crisis intervention using approved techniques and assist at other sites when cross trained.

Education

High School Diploma (or GED)

Job description

COMHAR is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for our Day Program in Philadelphia, PA. This full-time role provides direct services and residential support to individuals with IDD and related needs, helping with daily living activities, personal care, and community engagement while upholding dignity and privacy.

Responsibilities include safe transportation, medication administration per guidelines, documentation, and participation in team meetings.