Enhanced Behavior Supports

Terrapin House, Inc.; Lititz (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage Reimbursement

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Terrapin House, Inc. is seeking a Lead Direct Care Support Professional to provide one-on-one support for a young man in the Lititz area.

This role prioritizes understanding behavior as communication and building a person-centered environment based on trust and emotional regulation. You will deliver 2:1 support, help foster community involvement, and maintain thorough records to track progress and milestones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Education, Special Education, Social Work, or Recreational Therapy, or NADD certificate required.
• Experience with behavior support is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and ability to pass required background clearances.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized support based on the person’s interests, strengths, and sensory needs.
• Support emotional regulation using positive strategies to help the person stay calm and feel safe.
• Encourage community involvement in meaningful, respectful ways within the Lititz area.
• Keep clear records by tracking support needs, progress, trends, and milestones.

Skills

Relationship-focused

Thoughtful and observant

Calm under pressure

Experience with behavior support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Education, Special Education, Social Work, or Recreational Therapy

NADD certificate

Job description

Benefits

• Mileage Reimbursement
• Flexible schedule

Are you a caring professional with a background in clinical work or education? We are looking for a Lead Direct Care Support Professional to provide one-on-one support for someone in the Lititz area.

This is more than a traditional caregiving role. It is for someone who understands that behavior is often a way of communicating. Are you a caring professional with a background in clinical work or education? We are looking for a Direct Care Support Professional to provide 2:1 support for young man in the Lititz area.

This is more than a traditional caregiving role. It is for someone who understands that behavior is often a way of communicating. You will help create a supportive, person-centered environment by building trust, helping with emotional regulation, and supporting meaningful community involvement.

Who We’re Looking For

• Qualified: You have a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Education, Special Education, Social Work, or Recreational Therapy, or a certificate from NADD. You want to use your experience in a hands-on, meaningful role.
• Relationship-focused: You know that trust comes first. You use encouragement, patience, and planning to help someone succeed.
• Thoughtful and observant: You notice patterns, keep clear notes, and work well with a team to improve support plans.
• Calm under pressure: You can stay steady and supportive during challenging moments.

What You’ll Do

• Provide personalized support: Follow and help guide support plans based on the person’s interests, strengths, and sensory needs.
• Support emotional regulation: Use positive, proven strategies to help the person stay calm, feel safe, and work through difficult moments.
• Encourage community involvement: Help the person take part in the Lititz community in ways that are meaningful, respectful, and comfortable.
• Keep clear records: Track support needs, progress, trends, and important milestones through notes and data collection.

Qualifications

• Education: NADD certificate or Bachelor’s degree (Psychology, Education, Social Work, or Recreational Therapy) required.
• Experience: Experience with behavior support is a plus.
• Requirements: Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and ability to pass required background clearances.

Why Apply?

• Meaningful work: Use your education and experience in a role where your skills and ideas matter.