Direct Support Professional

Community Options, Inc.; King of Prussia (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; 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

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is hiring in King of Prussia, PA for Direct Support Professionals, Caregivers, Direct Care Staff and Home Health Aides. Roles opened for Full-Time, Part-Time and PRN with paid training and NADSP credential bonuses.

Starting pay is $18.60 per hour, with benefits including health, holiday and PTO. Responsibilities include direct care, daily routines, health monitoring, mobility support and community activities, plus documentation and collaboration with families and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Ability to establish supportive relationships with individuals served.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and stay calm in crisis situations.
• Background checks including criminal, central registry, child abuse, 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 personal hygiene.
• Monitor health and medical needs and report concerns promptly.
• Support learning and development of independent and community-based skills.
• Engage individuals in community, social, and recreational activities.
• Transport individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community.
• Complete program documentation and billable records accurately and timely.
• Build a support network by maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families.
• Other tasks as assigned; cooperate with license and department staff during inspections.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Reliability

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Community Options, Inc.

is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states.

We are Now Hiring Full-Time, Part-Time, PRN Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in King of Prussia, 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! No experience required- we provide PAID training!

Bonus available with NADSP credentials

Starting pay is $18.60/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 community
• Ensure 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
• 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