Direct Support Professional Day Services

Community Care Connections, Inc.; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attendance bonus

Job summary

Community Care Connections, Inc. in Butler, PA is seeking a Direct Support Professional to help adults with IDD/Autism build life skills, engage in the community, and maximize independence.

You will provide hands-on support, assist with daily activities, document progress, and promote safety in a warm, respectful environment. A high school diploma is required; paid training is provided.

Qualifications

• Experience with intellectual disabilities or Autism is desirable but not required; paid training provided.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support to individuals in our Adult Day Program.
• Assist with development of social, communication, and life skills.
• Encourage independence, self-advocacy, and personal choice.
• Assist with community outings and recreational activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communication.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate & patient

Communication skills

Driver's license

IDD/Autism experience (training)

Education

High school diploma

Job description

• Location 114 Skyline Drive,Butler, PA, 16001,United States
• Base Pay $18.00 / Hour
• Other Compensation Attendance Bonus
• Job Category DSP, Direct Support Professional, Employment
• Relocation Expense Covered No
• Employee Type Regular
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

Make a Living. Make a Difference.

Are you compassionate, energetic, and looking for a career that makes a meaningful impact? Join Community Care Connections at our Golden Opportunities Adult Day Facility in Butler, PA, where you'll support individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and Autism (IDD/A) in building meaningful relationships, developing valuable life skills, and increasing their independence.

As a Direct Support Professional, you will provide hands‑on support throughout the day by facilitating activities, assisting with community engagement opportunities, promoting personal growth, and encouraging individuals to achieve their goals. You will serve as a positive role model while helping create a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where each person can thrive.

This is more than a job. It is an opportunity to empower others, make a lasting difference in your community, and build a rewarding career with purpose

What You'll Do as a DSP

Provide hands‑on support to individuals participating in our Adult Day Program by:

• Assisting individuals with daily activities and program participation
• Supporting the development of social, communication, and life skills
• Encouraging independence, self‑advocacy, and personal choice
• Assisting with community outings, volunteer activities, and recreational opportunities
• Implementing individualized goals and support plans
• Maintaining accurate documentation and communication
• Building meaningful relationships while serving as a positive role model
• Ensuring the health, safety, and well‑being of individuals receiving services

Schedule

Daylight Monday - Friday

No overnight shifts

Requirements

Skills:
- Experience with intellectual disabilities or Autism or related fields is desirable but not necessary, paid training provided
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with individuals of diverse backgrounds
- Compassionate and patient demeanor when working with individuals who may have physical or cognitive challenges
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

Summary

What we’re looking for:

caring, patient, and dependable individuals, strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team, valid driver’s license and reliable transportation and experience with IDD/A is helpful—but not required (paid training provided).

Why Work with Us?

Become the Difference.
Build Your Future. Empower Someone Else’s.
Become part of an amazing family at CCC. Where purpose meets potential.