Direct Support Professional

Community Options, Inc.; Wrightsville (PA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Paid Holidays

PTO (Paid Time Off)

Employee Discounts

403b Retirement Plan

Career Growth Opportunities

Great coworkers

Tuition Reduction

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, and Home Health Aides in York, PA. The role offers full-time, part-time, and PRN options with PAID training and potential NADSP credential bonuses.

Starting pay is $19.00 per hour, with benefits including competitive insurance and growth opportunities. Responsibilities include direct care, daily routines, health monitoring, community-based activities, documentation, and building community

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.

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 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 by developing relationships with community members, businesses, and families.
• Additional tasks may be assigned.
• Cooperate with license and department staff in inspections, inquiries, or investigations.

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 York, 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 $19.00/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 EmployerM/F/D/V

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