DSP (Direct Support Professional with Experience)

At Peace Health Care Agency; Huntingdon (Huntingdon County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Job summary

At Peace Health Care Agency is seeking a compassionate Direct Support Professional to empower individuals with disabilities in daily living and community activities. You will provide person-centered care, promote independence, and safeguard dignity and rights in every interaction.

You will support mobility, personal care, and transportation to medical and therapy appointments, while implementing individualized care plans and maintaining HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience with behavioral support plans (BSPs) and home care practices.
• Ability to assist individuals with mobility and personal care needs.
• Proficiency in tracking goals and implementing support strategies.
• Strong understanding of individual rights and person-centered advocacy.
• HIPAA compliance and maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on support with daily living activities and mobility.
• Foster independence and community involvement for individuals with disabilities.
• Implement and adapt individualized care plans and BSPs.
• Ensure a safe, respectful environment protecting rights and well-being.
• Support individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and diverse needs.
• Provide transportation and accompany to appointments.

Skills

BSP knowledge

Mobility support

Personal care

Goal tracking

HIPAA compliance and rights

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Job description:

Job Summary
Are you passionate about empowering others and making a real difference in your community? As a Direct Support Professional, you’ll play a vital role in enhancing the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities—both at home and in the community. You’ll provide person-centered care, encourage independence, and ensure safety and dignity in every interaction.

Duties

• Deliver hands-on support with daily living activities, personal care, and mobility

• Foster independence and community involvement for individuals with disabilities

• Implement and adapt individualized care plans and behavioral strategies (BSP)

• Ensure a safe, respectful environment that protects individual rights and well-being

• Support individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other diverse needs

• Maintain strict confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA standards

• Provide transportation and accompany individuals to medical, therapy, and community appointments

Skills

• Strong knowledge of behavioral support plans (BSPs) and home care practices

• Ability to assist individuals with mobility and personal care needs

• Proficient in goal tracking and implementing individualized support strategies

• Solid understanding of individual rights, person-centered advocacy, and HIPAA compliance

• Compassionate, reliable, and adaptable with excellent interpersonal skills

Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license and access to your own reliable transportation.

• Prior experience as a DSP

• Client prefers female staff

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person