Direct Support Pro — Weekly Pay, PTO & 401(k)

Maxim Healthcare Services; Carlisle (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) savings plan

Maxcares Awards Program

Job summary

Maxim Healthcare is hiring a Direct Support Professional to support individuals with intellectual disabilities in their homes or communities. You will focus on health, safety, and helping clients maintain independence.

Responsibilities include monitoring client status, documenting progress, following individual support plans, and promoting rights while assisting with transportation as needed. Strong English literacy, CPR, and state screening are required.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write proficiently in English.
• Current CPR Card.
• Current Health Screening as required by state regulations.
• Proof of Pennsylvania qualification (nurse license, CNA, HHA program, or approved equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Ensure client’s Health, Wellness and Safety.
• Encourage independence in daily living and learning activities.
• Crisis Prevention and Intervention.
• Promote advocacy and individual rights.
• Maintain detailed, compliant documentation on client status and progress.
• Implement behavior support plans safely and as directed.
• Report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
• Use prompting, instruction, modeling, and reinforcement as needed.
• Provide transportation according to client needs.
• Complete required trainings to maintain certifications.

Skills

English literacy

Job description

Maxim Healthcare is hiring a Direct Support Professional to support individuals with intellectual disabilities in their homes or communities. You will focus on health, safety, and helping clients maintain independence.

Responsibilities include monitoring client status, documenting progress, following individual support plans, and promoting rights while assisting with transportation as needed. Strong English literacy, CPR, and state screening are required.