Enhanced Day Weekend Support Staff Professional

Terrapin House, Inc.; Malvern (Chester County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive training and ongoing support

Guidance from experienced behavioral

A supportive and appreciative family

Collaborative, experienced team

Meaningful work & relationships

Job summary

Terrapin House, Inc. in Malvern, PA is seeking an Enhanced Weekend Support Staff Professional (SSP) to provide compassionate, hands-on support to a young man in his home and community.

The role is 2:1 enhanced services, with Saturdays and Sundays 7:00 AM–3:00 PM and pay of $37.00 per hour. You will work with a welcoming family and experienced behavioral professionals to implement a behavioral support plan, help with daily living activities, community outings, and skill-building.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Education, Special Education, Counseling, Social Work, Gerontology, or a related field.
• NADD Certification with relevant hands-on experience.
• Autism or intellectual/developmental disability experience is valued.

Responsibilities

• Providing personal care, including bathing, hygiene, and feeding-tube support.
• Assisting with transfers, mobility, positioning, and physical support.
• Supporting communication through his iPad and basic sign language.
• Participating in community outings and activities.
• Creating opportunities for engagement, learning, and independence.
• Assisting with hydration, meals, and light household tasks.
• Administering medications after appropriate training.
• Following behavioral and health-related protocols.
• Implementing strategies outlined in the behavioral support plan.
• Working closely with family members, behavioral professionals, and other team members.
• Remaining attentive and actively engaged throughout the entire shift.

Skills

Compassionate

Patience

Strong communicator

Team player

Reliability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field

NADD Certification

Job description

Enhanced Weekend Support Staff Professional (SSP)

Meaningful Work Wonderful Family Great Team $37/Hour

Saturday & Sunday | 7:00 AM–3:00 PM

Are you a behavioral or disability-support professional looking for work where your skills truly matter?

We are looking for a compassionate, energetic, and professional Support Staff Professional (SSP) to join an experienced team supporting an incredible 21-year-old young man in his home and community.

This is a 2:1 Enhanced Services position for someone who enjoys being actively involved, building relationships, encouraging independence, and helping someone experience a full and meaningful life.

Meet the Person You'll Be Supporting

He is a bright, fun, engaging young man who loves sensory activities, community outings, learning new things, and being around people who are positive and genuinely interested in him.

He communicates through an iPad and basic sign language and does best with staff who are attentive, creative, encouraging, and ready to participate alongside him.

Every day is an opportunity to help him communicate, learn, make choices, enjoy his community, and experience success.

A Family and Team That Make This Special

One of the best things about this position is the team surrounding him.

You will work with a welcoming, supportive, and appreciative family who value the people who care for their son. Communication, teamwork, and mutual respect are important here. Staff are treated as valued members of the team—not just employees filling a shift.

You will also have the support of experienced Behavioral Support Professionals who provide guidance and help staff implement his behavioral support plan successfully.

What You'll Be Doing

This is an active, hands-on position. You'll help make the day engaging, productive, and enjoyable while providing the support he needs to participate as fully as possible.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing personal care, including bathing, hygiene, and feeding-tube support
• Assisting with transfers, mobility, positioning, and physical support
• Supporting communication through his iPad and basic sign language
• Participating in community outings and activities
• Creating opportunities for engagement, learning, and independence
• Assisting with hydration, meals, and light household tasks
• Administering medications after appropriate training
• Following behavioral and health-related protocols
• Implementing strategies outlined in the behavioral support plan
• Working closely with family members, behavioral professionals, and other team members
• Remaining attentive and actively engaged throughout the entire shift

We'd Love to Meet Someone Who Is...

• Compassionate, patient, and dependable
• Positive and genuinely enjoys working with people
• Comfortable providing hands-on personal care
• Confident or interested in learning positive behavioral support strategies
• Creative and willing to think outside the box
• Comfortable being active and participating in community activities
• Calm and professional when things don't go as planned
• A strong communicator and team player
• Interested in helping someone build skills, make choices, and enjoy life
• Someone who understands that good support is about more than care—it's about connection, opportunity, and participation

Required Qualifications

You must have one of the following:

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Education, Special Education, Counseling, Social Work, Gerontology, or a related field OR
• NADD Certification with relevant hands-on experience

Experience We Value

• Autism or intellectual/developmental disability experience
• Positive Behavioral Support experience
• Experience implementing a behavioral support plan
• CNA certification or comparable hands-on experience
• Personal care and mobility experience
• Experience working as part of a collaborative support team

Additional Requirements

• Reliable transportation
• Non-smoker
• Comfortable working in a home with pets
• Physically able to assist with transfers and mobility supportAbility to pass required background checks
• Strong communication and organizational skills

What We Offer

$37.00 per hour

Consistent weekend schedule: Saturday & Sunday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM

You will also receive:

• Extensive training and ongoing support
• Guidance from experienced behavioral professionals
• A supportive and appreciative family
• A collaborative, experienced team
• The opportunity to use your professional skills in a meaningful way
• The chance to build a genuine relationship with an amazing young man
• Work where you can actually see the difference you make

This Could Be the Right Fit If...

You don't just want to show up for a shift.

You want to be part of a team. You want to use your skills. You want to help someone communicate, participate, learn, explore, and have a great day.

Please note: This position is with a private family and is not a Terrapin House position. Please do not contact the Terrapin House office regarding this opportunity.