Direct Support Professional — Impact Lives & Grow

Skills of Central PA, Inc.; East Berlin (Adams County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Holidays

Healthcare options

401K Retirement Program with Employer–

Paid Time Off

Flexible scheduling

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Skills of Central PA provides support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental health challenges in central Pennsylvania. Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) are needed to work in residential group homes across several counties, with weekend rotations and a variety of shifts, including evenings and overnights in East Berlin and surrounding areas.

The role emphasizes person-centered planning, community engagement, and daily living support.

Qualifications

• No prior experience or college degree required; training provided.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Use person-centered thinking to understand wants and needs of the people you support.
• Plan parties, games, crafts, outings based on interests.
• Transport people to activities and appointments.
• Help people build relationships in the community and at home.
• Assist with daily living needs and personal care.
• Administer medications after training.
• Complete required documentation

Skills

Grit

Heart

Advocacy

Mentoring

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Skills of Central PA provides support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental health challenges in central Pennsylvania. Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) are needed to work in residential group homes across several counties, with weekend rotations and a variety of shifts, including evenings and overnights in East Berlin and surrounding areas.

The role emphasizes person-centered planning, community engagement, and daily living support.