Part-Time 1:1 Direct Support Professional

Access Services; Lehighton (Carbon County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k) match

Paid training

Travel time reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement

Toll reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

College tuition discounts

Job summary

Access Services is seeking a caring Part-Time Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support adults with developmental disabilities in Lehighton and Tamaqua. You will deliver individualized supports, implement plans, and participate in training.

Paid training is provided; PTO accrues for part-time staff, and a 401(k) match is available. Driving is required for community-based tasks, and weekend/after-hours shifts are available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One year of direct care experience preferred.
• Ability to maintain case notes and follow plans of care with appropriate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide supports to adults with developmental disabilities in Lehighton, Tamaqua, and community settings.
• Implement individualized plans, including crisis management, emotional support, and positive reinforcement.
• Maintain case notes and participate in supervision and professional development.

Skills

Creative problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Daily living skills instruction

Personal care

Relationship building

Clear communication

Documentation of outcomes

Time management

Independent work

Workplace technology

Basic hardware troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

At Access Services, we know great work starts with real support for all employees, including part time. At Access Services you have the ability to earn PTO, get a 401k match and get paid for training.

Access Services is seeking a caring and patient Part-Time DSP (Direct Support Professionals) to support individuals in the Lehighton and Tamaqua areas.

The current shift options are:

Lehighton

• Sunday 9:00am-3:00pm

• Monday 3:00pm-5:00pm

• Thursday OR Friday 3:00pm-6:00pm

Tamaqua

• Monday: 4 hours, flexible daytime schedule

• Tuesday, Wednesday 3:30pm-6:30pm

As a Direct Support Professional, you will have the opportunity to provide supports to adults with developmental disabilities/Autism, as they participate in meaningful activities and experiences throughout their community. You'll provide individualized support based on each person's needs, interest, and goals. Paid training is provided by Access Services, so no experience is necessary.

Key Responsibilities of the DSP:

• Direct Support Professionals will assist individuals with developmental intellectual disabilities in the region where you serve. You will provide creative support through a variety of tasks, activities and/or community engagement. You may provide direct services to individuals in their own homes or in their natural family homes.

• Direct Support Professionals will provide supports as outlined in the individual’s plan of care utilizing approved interventions. This includes safe crisis management techniques, emotional support, and positive reinforcement.

• Direct Support Professionals will maintain appropriate case notes for the individuals served.

• Direct Support Professionals will engage in supervision, training, and professional development.

Theselected candidate must meet all qualifying and ongoing job criteria including background checks, physicalexamination,and a driving history record.

Driving Requirements:

• A valid US driver’s license for at least two years, not including time with permit.

• No serious traffic convictions within the past three years. (Serious convictions include, but are not limited to, DUI, reckless driving, leaving the scene of an accident, or three or more traffic violations and/or at-fault accidents within thatperiod).

• Access to a reliable vehicle during work hours.Vehiclemust have valid registration and inspection stickers.

• Valid auto insurance. You will be asked to provide proof that you are a covered driver on the policy.

Education:

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Experience:

One year of direct care experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Creative problem solving and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to teach basic daily living skills.
• Ability and willingness to provide personal care.
• Knowledge of basic family dynamics.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with individuals, their families, case managers and the general public.
• Ability to express ideas clearly with the individual and family.
• Ability to express ideas verbally and document clear and precise outcomes.
• Demonstrated commitment and sensitivity to the family atmosphere.
• Commitment to Resident Rights and individuality of the person being served. Ability to manage time and work independently within provided guidelines.
• Proficiency in, or ability to learn and use, workplace applications, platforms and technologies.
• Ability to navigate network drives and basic hardware use and troubleshooting.

Essential Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

Work in program sites and the community routinely providing direct care and support with individual(s). Stand, sit or run by self, or to provide proper care and supervision with an individual. Able to move and stay with an individual to keep them safe, both in home environment and community, both at near and far distances, even when an individual may struggle to meet identified expectations. Able to assist an individual who has fallen, regardless of weight or size. Walk, climb stairs by self, or to provide direct care ensuring individual’s safety, or to complete household and community tasks. Perform household tasks or tasks within the community such as laundry, cleaning, completing meal routines, shopping or dining out and, at the same time, ensuring individual’s safety and proper direct care and compliance with ISP.

Compensation and schedule:

• Direct Support Professional's hourly rate starts at $17/hour, with increases based on education and experience

WhatYou’llGain at Access Services

When you join us,you’renot just stepping into arole,you’rejoining a team that offers real support, opportunities to grow, and meaningful work that makes an impact.

We offer benefits designed to meet you where you are, whetheryou'restarting your career, building new skills, or looking for flexibility:

• Time to Recharge:Part-time employeesaccrueup to10 daysof PTO a year.
• Invest in Your Future:401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement program, and access to college tuition discounts.
• Built into the Job:Paid travel time, mileage & toll reimbursement.
• Support beyond Work:Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free, confidential resources for you and your family, including:
  • Counseling and emotional support through in-person,telehealthand text therapy.
  • Financial and legal guidance
• Grow With Us:Paid training, ongoing professional development, and opportunities to learn and advance across diverse roles and programs.

Access Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.