Intellectual Disability- Direct Support Professional

Keystone Human Services; Huntingdon (Huntingdon County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K

Career advancement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Keystone Human Services is currently seeking a casual (per diem) Direct Support Professional to join our team in providing individualized, person-directed support in the areas of intellectual disabilities, mental health, and autism. Our work focuses on inclusion and building communities where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and fully participate in everything society has to offer.

As a Direct Support Professional, you will support adults by creating a healthy and engaging home setting,

Qualifications

• Effective communication and basic computer skills are required.
• Valid driver’s license with daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle.
• Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including clearances and verifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, person-directed support for adults with disabilities, mental health needs, and autism.
• Assist with daily living skills, personal care, and home setting.
• Advocate for health and wellness of the people supported.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic computer skills

Tools

Private vehicle access

Job description

Keystone Human Services is currently seeking a casual (per diem) Direct Support Professional to join our team in providing individualized, person-directed support in the areas of intellectual disabilities, mental health, and autism. Our work focuses on inclusion and building communities where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and fully participate in everything society has to offer.
As a Direct Support Professional, you will support adults by creating a healthy and engaging home setting, teaching and assisting with daily living skills, assisting with personal care, and advocating for the health and wellness of the people we support.
Keystone Human Services values health, wellbeing, and professional growth.

• competitive benefits package comprised of medical, 401K, career advancement, wellness programs, and more!

Job details:

• Casual/Per Diem hours available
• $20.50 per hour

Minimum Requirements:

• Effective communication and basic computer skills
• Valid driver’s license with daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle
• Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including clearances and verifications

Keystone Human Services prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.