Part time enhanced support staff with possible additional hours

Terrapin House, Inc.; Kennett Square (Chester County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Terrapin House, Inc. is seeking an Enhanced Support Staff Professional to support a young woman with autism in the Kennett Square area. The position offers a flexible schedule with Monday afternoons and PRN hours, focusing on home and community participation.

The role emphasizes reliability, creativity, and compassionate engagement, with daily activities, safety supervision, and engagement in art, music, and technology. Training and safety protocols are provided.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience supporting individuals with special needs.
• Experience implementing a Positive Behavior Support Plan.
• A valid driver's license and dependable vehicle for work.
• First aid training and required vaccination status.
• Successful completion of a drug test and Pennsylvania background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support at home and during community outings and volunteer activities.
• Follow the individual's Positive Behavior Support Plan.
• Maintain close supervision due to a history of elopement. Staff must remain within eyesight and arm's reach during community outings.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to seizures. The family will provide additional training.
• Assist with activities of daily living, including toileting supervision and assistance.
• Encourage participation in preferred activities, including art, sensory activities, creating videos, computer use, and music.

Skills

Autism support experience

Positive Behavior Support

Patient

Reliable

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology / Education / Special Education / Counseling / Social Work

NADD Competency-Based IDD/MI Dual Diagnosis Direct Support Professional Certification

CNA, LPN, ADN, or RBT certification

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule

Enhanced Support Staff – Monday Afternoons & PRN

Monday, 2:00–6:00 PM | Additional PRN Hours Available

Are you looking for a flexible schedule and a rewarding opportunity to make a difference? We are seeking a dependable, creative, and compassionate Enhanced Support Staff Professional to support a young woman with autism in the Kennett Square area.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working one-on-one, thinking creatively, and helping an individual participate in meaningful activities at home and in the community.

Schedule

• Every Monday from 2:00–6:00 PM
• Additional PRN (as-needed) enhanced support shifts to cover for other staff

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support at home and during community outings and volunteer activities.
• Follow the individual's Positive Behavior Support Plan.
• Maintain close supervision due to a history of elopement. Staff must remain within eyesight and arm's reach during community outings.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to seizures. The family will provide additional training.
• Assist with activities of daily living, including toileting supervision and assistance.
• Encourage participation in preferred activities, including art, sensory activities, creating videos, computer use, and music.

Required Qualifications

Applicants must have experience working with individuals with autism and meet at least one of the following qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in a related field, such as Psychology, Education, Special Education, Counseling, or Social Work.
• Current NADD Competency-Based IDD/MI Dual Diagnosis Direct Support Professional Certification.
• CNA, LPN, ADN, or RBT certification.

Additional requirements include:

• At least two years of experience supporting individuals with special needs.
• Experience implementing a Positive Behavior Support Plan.
• A valid driver's license and dependable vehicle for work.
• First aid training and required vaccination status.
• Successful completion of a drug test and Pennsylvania background check.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is reliable, punctual, attentive, patient, and proactive. The right person will be energetic, creative, calm under pressure, willing to learn, and able to bring kindness, humor, and a positive attitude to the job.

Important

Personal cell phone use is not permitted while working with the individual. Her safety, supervision, and engagement must always be the priority.

If you are looking for a consistent four-hour weekly shift with opportunities for additional PRN hours, and you want to make a meaningful difference in someone's life, we would love to hear from you!