Direct Support/Caregiver

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc.; Tamaqua (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly compensation

Flexible work hours

Personal fulfillment

Job summary

A community services organization is seeking a compassionate Direct Support/Caregiver to assist individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities in developing life skills. Responsibilities include engaging individuals in community activities and maintaining required training. Candidates must hold a High School Diploma or GED and have a valid Driver's License. This role offers flexible hours and professional fulfillment in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and willing to care for the well-being of others.
• Must have a valid Driver's License and existing insurance.
• Willing to complete background checks.
• Willingness to drive individuals in a personal car.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in developing daily-living and social skills.
• Engage in activities to promote independence in the community.
• Maintain annual training requirements.

Skills

Compassion

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Personal vehicle

Job description

Location: Tamaqua, PA 18252

Date Posted: 04/01/2026

Category: Direct Care Services

Education: High School Diploma/GED

Title: Direct Support/Caregiver

Class: One-on-One

Type: TEMPORARY

Ref. No.: 1293899-15

BC: #KFS201

Company: Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc.

Contract Contact: NEPA Careers

Office Email: [e-mail]

Office Phone: [phone]

Office Address: 5000 Tilghman Street #330, Allentown PA 18104

Come create a colorful difference with Kaleidoscope Family Solutions (KFS)!

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. provides community and home-based services to persons with autism and intellectual disabilities. Our team partners with family members and existing providers to create individualized goals allowing the team to help improve Individuals' life experiences.

The individuals we support are in need of dedicated, caring, and reliable Direct Support Professionals eager to make a difference in their lives!

DESCRIPTION OF CONTRACT OPPORTUNITY

• Assist Individuals as they develop and maintain skills to improve their daily-living and social skills
• Engage in activities with Individuals to live more independently within the community and/or be more productive and participatory in community life
• Maintain annual 24 hour training requirements

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION FOR DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

• Must be compassionate and willing to care for the well-being of others
• Minimum of a High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
• Must be willing to complete given background checks
• Must have a valid Driver's License and existing insurance
• Must be willing and able to drive individuals in personal car throughout the community
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Flexibility is preferred to allow more opportunity for individual assignments

ADVANTAGES

• Compensation processed weekly
• Flexible work hours including evenings and weekends
• Personal and professional fulfillment in an impactful role

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. is an EEO employer.