RESIDENTIAL SPECIALIST

Supportive Concepts For Families, Inc; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Programs

No experience required

Earn while you learn

NADSP DSP Certification opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Leadership development

Job summary

Supportive Concepts for Families, Inc in Reading, PA is hiring a Direct Support Professional (Residential Specialist) to provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting. This full-time role includes training, paid onboarding, and opportunities for NADSP certification, with a sign-on bonus up to $2,000.

No experience required; start today and grow with a mission-driven organization.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver\'s license required.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide hands-on support and physical assistance when needed.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care and hygiene.
• Prepare meals and assist with feeding when necessary.
• Support daily living skills and independence.
• Help individuals participate in community activities, appointments, and social events.
• Provide companionship, encouragement, and emotional support.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming home environment.
• Follow individualized support plans and goals.
• Promote dignity, respect, and person-centered care.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Patient

Team player

Healthcare interest

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

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RESIDENTIAL SPECIALIST

Regular Full Time Manual Labor Reading, PA, US

27 days ago Requisition ID: 9793

Be the Reason Someone Has a Better Day

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Residential Specialist

Full-Time | Paid Training | DailyPay Available | Immediate Openings

Sign-On Bonus Up to $2,000

Looking for More Than Just a Job?

At Supportive Concepts for Families, we're not just hiring employees we're building a team of compassionate professionals who believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and independent life.

Whether you're beginning your career, changing professions, or looking for work with purpose, we'll provide the training, support, and opportunities you need to succeed while making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

No experience required. Paid training provided. Immediate openings available.

For more than 25 years, Supportive Concepts for Families has been empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live meaningful, independent, and fulfilling lives.

We provide residential and community-based services that help individuals achieve their goals while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice. Every day, our employees make a lasting impact by helping the people we support build confidence, develop life skills, and engage in their communities.

At Supportive Concepts for Families, our team members are more than employees—they are advocates, mentors, and difference-makers.

When you join our team, you become part of an organization that values compassion, teamwork, growth, and the belief that every person deserves the opportunity to thrive.

Why Join Our Team?

• DailyPay – access your earned wages before payday
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• No experience required
• Earn while you learn
• DSP Certification opportunities through NADSP
• Career advancement opportunities throughout the organization
• Leadership development and professional growth

Meaningful Work That Matters

• Build relationships that change lives
• Help individuals achieve personal goals
• Support independence and self-confidence
• Make a positive impact every day
• Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to serving others

What You'll Do

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will provide direct care and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Assisting with personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and hygiene
• Preparing meals and assisting with feeding when necessary
• Supporting daily living skills and independence
• Helping individuals participate in community activities, appointments, and social events
• Providing companionship, encouragement, and emotional support
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming home environment
• Following individualized support plans and goals
• Promoting dignity, respect, and person-centered care

Every day brings new opportunities to help someone learn, grow, and succeed.

Who We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

Compassionate and caring

Dependable and responsible

Patient and positive

Looking for meaningful work

Interested in healthcare, human services, psychology, education, nursing, social work, or caregiving

Ready to make a difference in the lives of others

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Valid Driver's License required
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to provide hands-on support and physical assistance when needed
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Start a Career with Purpose

Some jobs pay the bills.

This job changes lives.

If you're looking for a career where your compassion, dedication, and hard work make a real difference every day, we invite you to join the Supportive Concepts for Families team.

Supportive Concepts for Families is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

"Creating a Better Tomorrow... Today"

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