Direct Support Pro: Paid Training, Growth & Impact

Community Options, Inc.; Drums (PA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Holidays

PTO

Employee Discounts

403b Retirement Plan

Career Growth Opportunities

Great Coworkers

Tuition Reduction Partnerships

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is hiring Direct Support Professionals, Caregivers, and Home Health Aides in Drums, PA to provide person-centered care for individuals with disabilities. No experience required; PAID training is provided.

Starting pay is $17.25 per hour with benefits and growth opportunities. The role involves direct care, daily living support, health monitoring, community participation, and documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations.
• Employment contingent upon successful background, central registry, child abuse, and drug checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and personal hygiene.
• Monitor health and medical needs and report concerns.
• Assist with developing independent and community-based skills.
• Support individuals in community, social, and recreational activities.
• Transport individuals to appointments and activities in the community.
• Maintain program documentation and billable records.
• Build a support network with community members, businesses, and families.
• Cooperate with license and department staff during inspections and inquiries.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is hiring Direct Support Professionals, Caregivers, and Home Health Aides in Drums, PA to provide person-centered care for individuals with disabilities. No experience required; PAID training is provided.

Starting pay is $17.25 per hour with benefits and growth opportunities. The role involves direct care, daily living support, health monitoring, community participation, and documentation.