Direct Support Professional

Community Options, Inc.; Orwigsburg (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Options

Paid Holidays – Birthday Holiday

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Career Growth Opportunities

Great coworkers/team that support you

University partnerships with tuition减

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers and Home Health Aides in Pottsville/Reading, PA. Starting pay is $17.50 per hour; no experience required as PAID training is provided.

A valid driver’s license is required and NADSP credentials may offer a bonus opportunity. Full-time, part-time and PRN positions available. Join a national nonprofit serving individuals with disabilities across 11 states and grow professionally in a supportive team environment with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals served.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations.
• Employment contingent upon background checks and drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with disabilities.
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and personal hygiene.
• Monitor health and medical needs and report concerns promptly.
• Assist with learning and development of independent and community-based skills.
• Participate in community, social, and recreational activities with individuals.
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and community activities.
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately.
• Build and maintain relationships with community members, businesses, and families.
• Other tasks as assigned and collaborate with licensing staff during inspections.

Skills

Empathy & relationship building

Good judgment

Crisis management

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 HiringFull-Time, Part-Time, PRN Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Pottsville/Reading, 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!

Driver's License required!
Bonus available with NADSP credentials

Starting pay is $17.50/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

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