Life Coach - Direct Support Professional

UPLIFT AND INSPIRE; Chalfont (PA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Uplift and Inspire in Chalfont, PA is seeking a Life Coach (Direct Support Professional) to provide one-on-one in-home and community support. You will help individuals build independence and navigate daily tasks with empathy and patience.

Responsibilities include guiding daily living skills, promoting personal growth, and coordinating with family and care teams to ensure respectful, person-centered progress. This role offers meaningful impact in a supportive, mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; degree in human services, psychology, or related field preferred.
• Prior experience as a DSP, caregiver, or life coach is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a compassionate, patient demeanor.
• Ability to pass background checks.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation preferred.
• Availability to work Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
• Comfortable working in a home with a dog.
• Genuine commitment to uplifting and advocating for individuals in your care.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered, one-on-one in-home and community support to an individual with disabilities.
• Support daily living skills such as meal preparation, household tasks, organization, time management, shopping, and money management.
• Follow individualized support plans to promote independence, confidence, and personal growth.
• Offer encouragement, mentorship, and life coaching to help the participant work toward personal goals.
• Facilitate community activities, social connections, and opportunities to explore interests.
• Document participant progress, incidents, and daily activities accurately and in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with the participant, family, and support team while respecting the participant’s choices, preferences, and pace.

Skills

Compassionate, patient demeanor

Interpersonal communication skills

Reliable transportation

Background checks clear

Education

High school diploma or GED

Degree in human services or psychology preferred

Job description

About the Role:

Uplift and Inspire is looking for a passionate and dedicated Life Coach (Direct Support Professional) to join our team in Chalfont, PA. This is a meaningful opportunity to make a real difference by providing one-on-one support, encouragement, and guidance to an individual building independence at home and in the community. If you're driven by purpose and love helping people thrive, we want to hear from you!

Schedule:

Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. — 12 hours per week

Responsibilities:

• Provide person-centered, one-on-one in-home and community support to an individual with disabilities.
• Support daily living skills such as meal preparation, household tasks, organization, time management, shopping, and money management.
• Follow individualized support plans to promote independence, confidence, and personal growth.
• Offer encouragement, mentorship, and life coaching to help the participant work toward personal goals.
• Facilitate community activities, social connections, and opportunities to explore interests.
• Document participant progress, incidents, and daily activities accurately and in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with the participant, family, and support team while respecting the participant’s choices, preferences, and pace.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required; degree in human services, psychology, or a related field preferred.
• Prior experience as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), caregiver, or life coach is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a compassionate, patient demeanor.
• Ability to pass background checks.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation preferred.
• Availability to consistently work Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
• Comfortable working in a home with a dog.
• Genuine commitment to uplifting and advocating for individuals in your care.

About Us:

Uplift and Inspire is a dedicated human services organization based in southeastern PA, committed to empowering individuals to live their best, most independent lives. Our participants love us for our person-centered approach and unwavering dedication to their well-being. Our team members thrive in a supportive, mission-driven culture where every day brings the opportunity to create real, lasting impact.