Mental Health - Direct Support Professional - Community Based

Key Human Services; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401K

Career advancement

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Keystone Human Services in Harrisburg, PA seeks a Direct Support Professional to join our team, providing person-directed support in home and community settings.

You will teach daily living skills, assist with transportation to activities, and advocate for health and wellness, with benefits including health, dental, vision coverage and a 401(k).

This full-time role requires a high school diploma, good communication, a valid driver's license, and a commitment to inclusion.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Effective communication and basic computer skills required.
• Valid driver's license with daily access to a private vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support in adults' homes and local communities.
• Teach and assist with daily living skills.
• Transport clients within the community to activities and appointments.
• Advocate for the health and wellness of the people we support.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

## Mental Health - Direct Support Professional - Community BasedApply: Harrisburg, PA: Full time: Posted Today: R23762Keystone Human Services is currently seeking Direct Support Professionals 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 Community-Based Direct Support Professional, you will provide support to adults in their home and in our local communities, teaching and assisting with daily living skills, assisting to become more independent, transporting within the community for activities or appointments, and advocating for the health and wellness of the people we support.Keystone Human Services values health, wellbeing, and professional growth. Our team has access to a competitive benefits package comprised of medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K, career advancement, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and more!Job details:* Full time, non-exempt position* $19.00 per hourMinimum Requirements:* High school diploma or equivalent* 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 verificationsKeystone 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.