DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL-HOURLY

Abraxas Youth & Family Services; Ardmore (PA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Abraxas Youth & Family Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide supervision, safety, and direct support in community-based residential settings. DSPs help individuals develop healthy, socially appropriate behaviors while working toward personal and clinical goals.

The role includes assisting with ADLs, promoting independence, administering medications per policy, transporting clients to appointments, and coordinating with clinical staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience in human services, behavioral health, intellectual/developmental disabilities, or related fields preferred.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver's license with a minimum of three (3) years of driving experience required.
• Ability to safely transport individuals in the community.
• Basic computer proficiency, including email and electronic documentation systems.
• Ability to successfully complete all required employment screenings and clearances, including: Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance and FBI Clearance (if applicable).

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and support in accordance with each individual's Person-Centered Support Plan.
• Implement residential interventions and assist individuals in achieving clinical goals and objectives.
• Support or assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), including personal hygiene, dressing, toileting, meal preparation, and household tasks.
• Administer medications in accordance with agency policies, procedures, and training requirements.
• Provide transportation to medical appointments, community activities, and other program-related destinations.
• Promote community integration by supporting access to healthcare services, social services, and recreational opportunities.
• Encourage independence, skill development, and positive social behaviors.
• Complete required documentation accurately and within established timeframes.
• Communicate changes in an individual's status, behavior, or needs to supervisors and clinical staff.
• Participate in required training sessions, team meetings, and collaborative planning activities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Services

Tools

Basic computer proficiency

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Position Summary

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides supervision, safety, and direct support to individuals in community-based residential settings. DSPs help individuals develop healthy, socially appropriate behaviors while working toward personal and clinical goals. This role collaborates closely with clinical and program staff to implement individualized support plans and residential interventions.

DSPs assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), promote independence, and encourage meaningful participation in home and community life. A strong commitment to person-centered care and the organization's values is essential.

Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesDirect Support And Care

• Provide supervision and support in accordance with each individual's Person-Centered Support Plan.
• Implement residential interventions and assist individuals in achieving clinical goals and objectives.
• Support or assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), including:
  • Personal hygiene
  • Dressing
  • Toileting
  • Meal preparation
  • Household tasks
• Administer medications in accordance with agency policies, procedures, and training requirements.
• Provide transportation to medical appointments, community activities, and other program-related destinations.
• Promote community integration by supporting access to:
  • Healthcare services
  • Social services
  • Recreational and social opportunities
• Encourage independence, skill development, and positive social behaviors.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Complete required documentation accurately and within established timeframes.
• Communicate changes in an individual's status, behavior, or needs to supervisors and clinical staff.
• Participate in required training sessions, team meetings, and collaborative planning activities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field preferred.

Experience

• Previous experience in human services, behavioral health, intellectual/developmental disabilities, or related fields preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Valid Pennsylvania driver's license with a minimum of three (3) years of driving experience required.
• Ability to safely transport individuals in the community.
• Basic computer proficiency, including email and electronic documentation systems.
• Ability to successfully complete all required employment screenings and clearances, including:
  • Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance
  • FBI Clearance (if applicable)

Working Conditions

• Work is performed primarily in individuals' homes and community-based settings.
• Schedule may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and other non-traditional hours based on program needs.

Physical Requirements

• Sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Use hands and fingers to operate equipment and perform job-related tasks.
• Climb stairs as required.
• Communicate effectively and accurately receive information.
• Observe and assess individuals and their environments.
• Push and pull objects as needed.
• Perform repetitive motions.
• Reach above shoulder level and below waist level.
• Kneel, stoop, crouch, and crawl when necessary.
• Safely respond to participant behaviors and emergency situations.

About Apis Services, Inc.

Apis Services, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc., provides innovative shared services that support a network of affiliated organizations dedicated to improving lives and strengthening communities. Through operational excellence, quality outcomes, and strategic growth initiatives, Apis Services helps its affiliate organizations expand services, build capacity, and invest in both stakeholder success and employee development.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Inperium, Inc., Apis Services, Inc., and their affiliated organizations are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. This commitment applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, training, and termination.