Direct Support/Companion

Fenningham, Dempster & Coval LLP; Upper Darby (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. is seeking dedicated Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities in developing essential life skills. Candidates will provide community and home-based services while ensuring the comfort and well-being of individuals. This role offers flexible hours and meaningful opportunities for professional fulfillment.

Benefits

Weekly compensation

Flexible work hours including evenings and weekends

Personal and professional fulfillment

Qualifications

• Compassionate and willing to care for the well-being of others.
• Valid Driver's License with insurance.
• Flexibility preferred for individual assignments.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in developing and maintaining daily living and social skills.
• Engage in activities to promote independence.
• Ensure annual training requirements are met.

Skills

Compassion

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)

Job description

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.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Candidates submitting their resume usually have experience or interest in other roles including Residential Aides, Direct Support Professional, DSPs, Care Givers, Aides, Home Health Aide, Mental Health Technicians, MHTs, Behavior Health Technicians, BHTs, and Youth Care Workers.