Direct Support Professional

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc.; Irwin (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly compensation

Flexible work hours

Personal fulfillment in impactful role

Job summary

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Irwin, PA to assist individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities. You will engage in activities that promote independence and aid in their daily-living skills.

This contract position requires a High School Diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and flexibility in schedule. Compensation is processed weekly, with opportunities for personal fulfillment in an impactful role. Join us and make a difference in the lives of those we support.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Driver's License and insurance.
• Complete background checks as required.
• Ability to drive individuals in a personal car.

Responsibilities

• Assist Individuals in developing daily living and social skills.
• Engage in community activities for independence.
• Maintain required annual training.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Location: Irwin, PA 15642

Date Posted: 06/23/2026

Category: Direct Care Services

Education: High School Diploma/GED

Title: Direct Support Professional

Class: One-on-One

Type: CONTRACT

Ref. No.: 1318443-1

BC: #KFS201

Company: Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc.

Contract Contact: WPA Careers

Office Email: [e-mail]

Office Phone: [phone]

Office Address: 600 North Bell Avenue, Bldg. 2, Suite 240, Carnegie, PA 15106

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)
• Complete given background checks
• Valid Driver's License and existing insurance
• 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

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.

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. is an EEO employer.