In-Home Care DSP: Compassionate Support & Independence

Essence Health Services LLC; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Essence Health Services, LLC is building a Standby Roster of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide In-Home and Community Support (IHCS) services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout Montgomery, Philadelphia, Delaware, Chester, Lancaster and Bucks Counties in Pennsylvania.

We are seeking compassionate DSPs to join our team, offering paid positions that support residents in daily activities, promote independence, and create a safe, respectful

Qualifications

• Prior experience working in group homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or home health environments is highly preferred
• Knowledge of dementia care, Alzheimer's care, memory care, and neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism is advantageous
• Ability to monitor residents, observe vital signs, assist with medication administration, and perform basic first aid including CPR

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including personal hygiene, dressing, grooming, and mobility support
• Monitor health by observing vital signs, medication administration, and overall condition per care plans
• Support residents during meal preparation, feeding, and nutrition management
• Operate patient transfer equipment (e.g., Hoyer lifts) and use safe manual handling techniques
• Maintain accurate documentation of care provided, observations, and HIPAA privacy compliance
• Engage in observation to identify changes in health or behavior and report to healthcare professionals
• Facilitate community outings or transportation assistance to appointments or activities as needed

Job description

Essence Health Services, LLC is building a Standby Roster of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide In-Home and Community Support (IHCS) services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout Montgomery, Philadelphia, Delaware, Chester, Lancaster and Bucks Counties in Pennsylvania.

We are seeking compassionate DSPs to join our team, offering paid positions that support residents in daily activities, promote independence, and create a safe, respectful