Direct Support Professional: Empower Adults in Community

Community Services Group - CSG; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Training

401K

Tuition Assistance

EAP

Life Insurance

Wellness Opportunities

Job summary

Community Services Group (CSG) is seeking Direct Care Workers to support adults with IDD in community settings. Hiring immediately with a two-week paid orientation. No experience required; orientation held in Mountville, Williamsport, Bethlehem with mileage reimbursement for travel.

Starting wage is $17 per hour with potential increases based on IDD experience. The role emphasizes developing life skills, independence, and community integration in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle to attend trainings, meetings, and/or transport individuals to appointments.
• Administers medication and treatment as permitted under regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships where those we support live, work, or in a community setting, in order to promote and ensure their emotional, physical and personal well-being.
• Assist adults in the development of appropriate life skills necessary to reach their highest level of potential including interaction with others, cooking, housekeeping, money management, personal hygiene, and other skills in appropriate settings.
• Support the individuals' preferences and ensure their interests are honored.
• Actively search for opportunities for those you serve to experience life in their homes and communities based on their hobbies and interests utilizing community resources to promote community integration, independence, and Interdependence.
• Help individuals reach their goals to be more independent by offering guidance, instruction, and role modeling.
• Completes all required documentation including electronic health record in an accurate, timely, and professional manner.
• Collaborates and cooperates with involved agencies, family members, and other service providers; participates in meetings and provides relevant information.
• Provides support and assistance to individuals in arranging for medical care when responsible to do so and follow health care recommendations including individuals to follow all dietary guidelines as recommended.
• Conducts fire drills, manages emergency situations during assigned work shifts, and provides coverage in emergency situations.

Education

High School diploma or equivalency

Job description

Community Services Group (CSG) is seeking Direct Care Workers to support adults with IDD in community settings. Hiring immediately with a two-week paid orientation. No experience required; orientation held in Mountville, Williamsport, Bethlehem with mileage reimbursement for travel.

Starting wage is $17 per hour with potential increases based on IDD experience. The role emphasizes developing life skills, independence, and community integration in a supportive team environment.