Direct Support Professional: Growth, Paid Training, Impact

communityoptions; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Paid holidays

PTO

Retirement plan

Career growth

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit delivering services to individuals with disabilities across 11 states. We are hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, and Home Health Aides in Philadelphia, PA.

No experience required— paid training provided; starting pay is $18.60 per hour. Roles include direct care, daily routines, health monitoring, development of independent skills, and community engagement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED 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 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.

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit delivering services to individuals with disabilities across 11 states. We are hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, and Home Health Aides in Philadelphia, PA.

No experience required— paid training provided; starting pay is $18.60 per hour. Roles include direct care, daily routines, health monitoring, development of independent skills, and community engagement.