Direct Support Professionals (DSP) Needed in Cumberland/Perry County, PA

KAHAK PA INC; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

KAHAK PA INC in Cumberland/Perry County, PA is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals to help individuals with intellectual disabilities develop independence and life skills through personalized support and community engagement.

You will assist with ADLs, accompany clients to appointments and activities, teach budgeting and personal safety, and document ISP outcomes while maintaining safety and dignity.

Qualifications

• CPR/First Aid certification is required.
• Authorization to work in the U.S.
• Clearance of background check
• High School Diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year of healthcare experience

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as grooming, cooking, cleaning and personal hygiene.
• Support access to community activities and recreation.
• Accompany individuals to appointments, shopping, or social outings.
• Encourage skills for independence, such as budgeting and transportation use.
• Implement and document individualized support plans and ISP outcomes.
• Teach and reinforce skills for independence (cooking, budgeting, personal safety).
• Support communication and self-advocacy efforts.
• Report incidents or changes in condition to supervisor promptly.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

• We are seeking compassionate and experienced Direct Support Professionals to work with individuals experiencing intellectual disabilities. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while fostering independence and life skills in individuals.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including grooming, cooking, cleaning and personal hygiene.
• Support individuals in accessing and participating in community activities, and recreation.
• Accompany individuals to appointments, shopping, or social outings as needed.
• Encourage skill-building for community engagement (e.g., money management, transportation use, social interaction).
• Implement and document individualized support plans and goals (ISP outcomes).
• Teach and reinforce skills that promote independence, such as cooking, budgeting, and personal safety.
• Support communication and self-advocacy efforts.
• Report any incidents, changes in condition, or concerns to the supervisor promptly.

Requirements

• CPR/First Aid certification
• Authorization to work in the U.S.
• Clearance of background check
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year of healthcare experience

Qualifications & Skills

• Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to support individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including days, evenings, and weekends

Location: Cumberland/Perry County, PA