Direct Support Professional (DSP)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly compensation

Flexible work hours

Job summary

A community support organization is seeking dedicated and reliable Direct Support Professionals in Indiana, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will assist individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities in improving daily living and social skills. Flexible hours and personal fulfillment are key features of this position. A high school diploma and compassion towards others are essential requirements.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and willing to care for the well-being of others.
• Valid Driver's License and existing insurance required.
• Must be able to drive individuals in a personal car.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in developing daily-living and social skills.
• Help individuals engage in community activities.
• Maintain annual 24-hour training requirements.

Skills

Compassionate care

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

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

• Must be compassionate and willing to care for the well-being of others
• Minimum of a High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
• Must be willing to complete given background checks
• Must have a valid Driver's License and existing insurance
• Must be 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.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Candidates submitting their resume also usually have experience or interest in other roles including Residential Aides, Direct Support Professional, DSPs, Care Givers, Aides, Home Health Aide, Mental Health Technicians, MHTs, Behavior Health Technicians, BHTs, and Youth Care Workers.