Direct Support Professional

The Center at Hampton House; Trevose (PA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Center at Hampton House in Trevose, PA is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide daily support to individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities. This full-time, on-site role emphasizes life skills, community integration, and employment-related activities.

You will implement individualized plans, monitor safety, and document progress while collaborating with a supportive team. Commitment to person-centered care is essential.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess skills in Human Services and experience or interest in supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities to build trust and collaborate with families.
• Knowledge of intellectual disabilities and practical training to teach daily living and employment skills.
• Reliability, patience, and commitment to person-centered support in a non-profit environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily support to individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities.
• Implement individualized support plans and guide daily living and employment skills.
• Monitor safety, document progress, and collaborate with supervisors and team members.
• Participate in ongoing training to ensure high-quality, person-centered care.

Skills

Human Services

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Intellectual Disabilities

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Company Description

The Center at Hampton House is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that relies on tax-deductible donations to support its mission. It was founded by Nancy Jelen, a parent of two adults with autism, in response to the lack of resources for meaningful employment and sustainable living for neurodivergent adults. The organization focuses on creating opportunities that promote independence, dignity, and community inclusion. Team members work in a mission-driven environment where services are designed to meet real, unmet needs of individuals with autism and related intellectual disabilities.

Role Description

The Direct Support Professional is a full-time, on-site role located in Trevose, PA. This role involves providing daily support to individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities, including assistance with life skills, community integration, and employment-related activities. Responsibilities include implementing individualized support plans, offering guidance and encouragement, and helping individuals build confidence and independence in work and social settings. The Direct Support Professional monitors safety, documents progress, collaborates with supervisors and team members, and participates in ongoing training to ensure high-quality, person-centered care. The role requires consistent, hands-on engagement and a commitment to supporting each individual’s goals and preferences.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess skills in Human Services and experience or interest in supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Candidates should possess strong Interpersonal Skills and Communication abilities to build trust, provide clear guidance, and collaborate with team members and families.
• Candidates should possess knowledge of Intellectual Disabilities and practical Training skills to implement support plans and teach daily living and employment skills.
• Candidates should possess reliability, patience, and a commitment to person-centered support in a non-profit, mission-driven environment.
• Relevant qualifications that would be beneficial include prior direct support experience, familiarity with autism spectrum conditions, a high school diploma or equivalent (postsecondary education in a related field is a plus), and the ability to meet any background check or clearance requirements.