DSP - Supported Living: Paid Training & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive insurance options

Paid holidays and birthday holiday

Generous PTO

Employee incentive & discount programs

403b retirement plan

Career growth opportunities

Tuition reduction partnerships

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Philadelphia, PA is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff and Home Health Aides to provide person-centered support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. No experience required — PAID training is provided.

Starting pay is $17.50 per hour. Responsibilities include direct care, daily routines, health monitoring, documentation, and community participation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations.

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 health and medical needs and report concerns.
• Support learning and development of independent and community-based skills.
• Participate in community, social, and recreational activities.
• Transport individuals to medical appointments and community activities.
• Complete program documentation and billable records accurately and timely.
• Build supportive relationships with community members, businesses, and families.
• Cooperate with license and department staff during inspections or inquiries.

Skills

People skills

Crisis management

Relationship building

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. in Philadelphia, PA is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff and Home Health Aides to provide person-centered support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. No experience required — PAID training is provided.

Starting pay is $17.50 per hour. Responsibilities include direct care, daily routines, health monitoring, documentation, and community participation.