Direct Support Specialist — Paid Training & Growth

Community Options, Inc.; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

403b retirement plan

Career growth opportunities

Tuition reduction

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, and Home Health Aides in Berks County, PA. No experience needed; PAID training is provided.

A valid driver’s license is required, with starting pay of $17.50 per hour. Full-time, part-time, and PRN positions available with opportunities for growth. Responsibilities include direct care, daily routines, health monitoring, community activities, and driving to appointments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to build supportive relationships with individuals receiving supports.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and stay calm in crisis situations.
• Background checks and drug testing are 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.

Skills

Crisis management

Relationship building

Calm under pressure

Professional communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, and Home Health Aides in Berks County, PA. No experience needed; PAID training is provided.

A valid driver’s license is required, with starting pay of $17.50 per hour. Full-time, part-time, and PRN positions available with opportunities for growth. Responsibilities include direct care, daily routines, health monitoring, community activities, and driving to appointments.