Direct Support Professional

communityoptions; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 20,173 - 28,731; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Options

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Career Growth Opportunities

Great coworkers

Tuition reduction

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Allentown, PA is hiring Direct Support Professionals, Caregivers, and Home Health Aides for full-time, part-time, and PRN floater roles. Starting pay is $17.75 per hour. Responsibilities include direct care, daily routines, and community participation.

Must have a HS diploma/GED, 2+ years in IDD, and a valid driver’s license. Background checks and drug testing required. We offer competitive benefits, paid holidays, PTO, retirement options, and opportunities for career

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of two years' experience in the IDD field.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports.
• Employment is contingent upon successful background checks and drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene.
• Monitor health and medical needs and report any concerns.
• Assist with learning and development of independent and community-based skills.
• Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities.
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities; ensure program documentation is completed accurately.
• Build a support network by maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families.
• Additional tasks as assigned and cooperated with staff during inspections or inquiries.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. We are now hiring Full-Time, Part-Time, PRN Floater Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Allentown, PA to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is a fantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference! 4PM-12 AM shifts needed!

Starting pay is $17.75 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
• Assist with the learning and development of independent and community-based skills
• Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the communityEnsure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Must have a minimum of two years' experience in the IDD field
• 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 is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday!
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities
• Great coworkers/team that support you!
• University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.