DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

Abraxas Youth & Family Services; Lansdale (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Medical Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Programs

Employee Referral Bonuses

Company-Paid Training

Job summary

Resources for Human Development is hiring Direct Support Professionals for the Todi’s Place of Hope program in Lansdale, PA. You will support adults experiencing homelessness with daily living, life skills, and housing pursuits in a trauma-informed environment.

Join a team focused on safety, dignity, and practical assistance, including meals, transportation, and community resource connection. This full-time role offers DailyPay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to read, write, and complete required documentation in English.
• Basic computer and internet skills, including email and timekeeping systems.
• Ability to pass applicable employment screenings and clearances.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, person-centered support to adults experiencing homelessness.
• Help maintain a safe, respectful, welcoming environment for individuals in the program.
• Assist with activities of daily living and practical life skills to promote independence.
• Collaborate with caseworkers and program staff to support permanent housing goals.
• Help individuals access community resources, appointments, and benefits.
• Provide transportation to individuals when required.
• Follow trauma-informed care approaches in all interactions.
• Complete required program documentation accurately and timely.

Skills

Compassionate

Nonjudgmental

Dependable

Team-oriented

Strong communicator

Trauma-informed

Diversity-friendly

Patient

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid driver’s license

English documentation skills

Basic computer skills

Preferred: Associate or bachelor’s degree

Tools

None

Job description

• Leadership Development Opportunities
• Opportunities Across Multiple Service Lines
• Help Individuals Develop Essential Life Skills

Make a Difference

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

RHD Montgomery County Homeless Services & Todi’s Place of Hope

Lansdale, PA

Full-Time

$16.50/hour

Multiple Shifts Available

DailyPay Available

Looking for More Than Just a Job?

At Resources for Human Development (RHD), we believe everyone deserves a safe place to stay, compassionate support, and the opportunity to build a more stable and independent future. We’re seeking compassionate, dependable Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our Montgomery County Homeless Services team at Todi’s Place of Hope in Lansdale, PA.

Todi’s Place of Hope provides a safe place to stay and supportive services for single adults experiencing homelessness, helping individuals work toward permanent housing and independent living. The program is a partnership between Your Way Home, Montgomery County’s Office of Behavioral Health, and Resources for Human Development.

Clients have access to dedicated caseworkers who assist them with finding permanent housing, applying for necessary benefits, and overcoming barriers to stability. The program also provides practical supports such as meals, laundry facilities, clothing, transportation, and essential life skills training.

As a DSP, you’ll be an important part of creating a safe, respectful, and supportive environment while helping individuals take meaningful steps toward greater independence.

About Resources For Human Development

Resources for Human Development (RHD) is dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support.

Our employees play a vital role in helping individuals overcome barriers, build greater independence, and achieve their personal goals while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice.

Every day, our team members make a meaningful impact by helping people move toward greater stability, independence, and success.

Why Join Our Team?

Competitive Pay & Benefits

• $16.50/hour
• DailyPay: Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Company-Paid Training

Career Growth & Development

• Paid Training Programs
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Gain Experience in Homeless Services and Behavioral Health
• Leadership Development Opportunities
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Opportunities Across Multiple Service Lines

Meaningful Work That Matters

• Help Individuals Move Toward Permanent Housing
• Support Greater Independence and Stability
• Connect Individuals with Community Resources
• Provide Trauma-Informed Support
• Help Individuals Develop Essential Life Skills
• Build Meaningful Relationships
• Make a Difference Every Day

What You’ll Do

As a Direct Support Professional, you will:

• Provide compassionate, person-centered support to adults experiencing homelessness.
• Help maintain a safe, respectful, welcoming, and supportive environment for individuals staying in the program.
• Assist individuals with activities of daily living and practical life skills that promote greater independence.
• Work alongside caseworkers and other program team members to support individuals as they work toward permanent housing.
• Help individuals access community resources, appointments, Social Security services, benefits, and other essential supports.
• Provide transportation to individuals when required.
• Support individuals with practical needs, including meals, laundry, clothing, transportation, and daily living skills.
• Provide care and support using a trauma-informed approach.
• Encourage healthy, safe, and socially appropriate behaviors.
• Assist individuals with building skills that can help them transition toward more independent living.
• Complete required program documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Follow applicable incident management and reporting procedures.
• Collaborate with program staff, caseworkers, and community partners to support individual goals.
• Maintain confidentiality, professional boundaries, and respect for the dignity and individual needs of every person served.

Who We’re Looking For

• Compassionate and Nonjudgmental
• Dependable and Reliable
• Patient
• Trauma-Informed
• A Strong Communicator
• Comfortable Working with Diverse Populations
• Team-Oriented
• Resourceful and Solution-Focused
• Comfortable Supporting Individuals with a Variety of Needs
• Passionate About Helping Others Achieve Greater Stability and Independence

QualificationsRequired

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to read, write, and complete required documentation in English
• Basic computer and internet skills, including the ability to use email, timekeeping systems, and other required applications
• Ability to successfully complete applicable employment screenings and clearances
• Ability to work effectively and professionally with individuals from a variety of backgrounds

Preferred

• Associate or bachelor’s degree
• Previous experience in human services, homeless services, behavioral health, residential services, community support, or direct care

Schedule

We are currently hiring Full-Time Direct Support Professionals for multiple shifts at Todi’s Place of Hope in Lansdale, PA.

Available Full-Time Schedules

Position 1 | Overnight Shift

• Sunday through Thursday
• 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Position 2 | Day Shift

• Sunday through Thursday
• 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Position 3 | Evening Shift

• Sunday through Thursday
• 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Position 4 | Day Shift

• Tuesday through Saturday
• 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Pay: $16.50/hour

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, bend, stoop, twist, and climb steps as required
• Ability to drive a vehicle as part of job responsibilities
• Ability to occasionally exert up to 50 pounds of force
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation

About Our Organization

Resources for Human Development is part of the Inperium family of companies.

Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apis Services, Inc., Inperium Inc., and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

This policy of nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.