Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc.; Coburn (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly compensation

Flexible work hours

Personal fulfillment in an impactful role

Job summary

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Direct Support Professional in Coburn, Pennsylvania, to assist individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities. The role involves helping clients develop daily-living and social skills while promoting their independence in community life.

The ideal candidate must possess a High School Diploma or GED, have strong communication skills, and be willing to drive individuals in their personal car. Flexible hours are offered, including evenings and weekends, providing a rewarding experience in a caring environment.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and willing to care for the well-being of others.
• Minimum of a High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
• Valid Driver's License and existing insurance.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in developing and maintaining daily-living skills.
• Engage individuals in community activities to promote independence.
• Maintain annual training requirements.

Skills

Compassionate care for others

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Come create a colorful difference with Kaleidoscope Family Solutions (KFS)!

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. provides community and home-based services to persons with autism and intellectual disabilities. Our team partners with family members and existing providers to create individualized goals allowing the team to help improve Individuals' life experiences.

The individuals we support are in need of dedicated, caring, and reliable Direct Support Professionals eager to make a difference in their lives!

Description of Contract Opportunity

• Assist Individuals as they develop and maintain skills to improve their daily-living and social skills
• Engage in activities with Individuals to live more independently within the community and/or be more productive and participatory in community life
• Maintain annual 24 hour training requirements

Required Experience and Education for Direct Support Professional

• Compassionate and willing to care for the well-being of others
• Minimum of a High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
• Complete given background checks
• Valid Driver's License and existing insurance
• Willing and able to drive individuals in personal car throughout the community
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Flexibility is preferred to allow more opportunity for individual assignments

Advantages

• Compensation processed weekly
• Flexible work hours including evenings and weekends
• Personal and professional fulfillment in an impactful role

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. is an EEO employer.