Direct Support Professional - Paid Training & Growth

Community Options, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Options

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Career Growth Opportunities

Great coworkers

Tuition reduction through university

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is hiring Direct Support Professionals, Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, and Home Health Aides in Philadelphia, PA. No experience required—paid training provided.

Starting pay is $17.50 per hour. Responsibilities include direct care, daily routines, health monitoring, skill development, community activities, transportation, and accurate documentation. Contingent on background checks and regulatory clearances.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing.

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.

Skills

Empathy and patient-centered care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is hiring Direct Support Professionals, Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, and Home Health Aides in Philadelphia, PA. No experience required—paid training provided.

Starting pay is $17.50 per hour. Responsibilities include direct care, daily routines, health monitoring, skill development, community activities, transportation, and accurate documentation. Contingent on background checks and regulatory clearances.