Direct Support Professional

Aveanna Healthcare; Lansdale (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in the United States is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide one-on-one services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include supporting the emotional and physical well-being of clients, documenting services, and helping individuals develop necessary life skills. Candidates must possess a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and a willingness to work flexible hours. This role ensures a meaningful impact in the lives of those served.

Qualifications

• Desire to assist individuals to live life to its fullest.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Eligibility for PA State Police Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse History Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in emotional and physical well-being.
• Complete documentation for services delivered.
• Assist individuals in developing life skills.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and report changes promptly to the supervisor.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries while assisting with daily life skills.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective problem-solving

Strong communication skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Shift: 7am - 7pm

Days: Tuesday & Wednesday

Certifications Required: NADD-DSP, NADD-Dual Diagnosis Certification, or RBT

Mask and Shoe Covers: Must be worn during shift.

Position Overview

Working in the home and/or a community environment, the Direct Support Professional is responsible for the delivery of quality one‑on‑one services to intellectual and developmentally disabled individuals and working towards their outcome statement as outlined in the Individual Support Plan. Care may also involve activities of daily living and communication with other members of the individual’s multi‑disciplinary team.

Pay rate: Negotiable based on experience.

Essential Job Functions

• Professionally support adult or pediatric individuals with an intellectual and/or developmental disability where they live, work, or in other community settings, to promote their emotional, physical, and personal well‑being.
• Implement strategies to assist the individual in obtaining their outcome as stated in the ISP (Individual Support Plan).
• Complete documentation to substantiate services delivered (EVV, daily service note).
• Assist the Individual and the interdisciplinary team in the development and maintenance of the Individual’s ISP.
• Immediately report any changes or problems in the Individual’s condition to manager.
• Complete all documentation in accordance with state and program regulations, Aveanna HealthCare policies and procedures and any applicable accreditation standards.
• Always adhere to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries.
• Assist individuals reach their goals to be more independent by offering guidance, instruction, and role modeling.
• Actively search for opportunities for those you serve to experience life in their homes and communities based on their hobbies and interests.
• Support the individuals’ preferences and ensure their interests are honored.
• Assist individuals in the development of appropriate life skills necessary to reach their highest level of potential, including interaction with others, cooking, housekeeping, budgeting, personal hygiene, etc.
• Assist Individuals in living an everyday life.
• Ensure the health and safety of the Individual.

Requirements

• Desire to assist individuals to live life to its fullest.
• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Active driver’s license, current automobile insurance, current car registration and current car inspection if transporting.
• Willingness to accompany those you serve into the community and provide support and assistance in interactions while maintaining sensitivity to the civil and human rights and dignity of the individual.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Eligibility for State Police Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse History Clearance.
• FBI clearance required for individuals who do not meet PA residency requirements.

Other Skills/Abilities

• Must always adhere to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries.
• Ability to recognize incidents and report them.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations.
• Attention to detail.
• Time Management.
• Strong commitment to excellence.
• Effective problem‑solving and conflict resolution.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Quick‑thinking and astute decision‑making skills.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to speak, write, read, and understand English.
• Occasional lifting, caring, pushing and pulling of up to 25 pounds.
• Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting.
• Must be able to sit and climb stairs.
• Must have visual and hearing acuity.

Environment

• Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditions.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health‑related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.

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