Weekend Support Specialist - Enhance Lives & Community

Terrapin House, Inc.; Malvern (Chester County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive training and ongoing support

Guidance from experienced behavioral

A supportive and appreciative family

Collaborative, experienced team

Meaningful work & relationships

Job summary

Terrapin House, Inc. in Malvern, PA is seeking an Enhanced Weekend Support Staff Professional (SSP) to provide compassionate, hands-on support to a young man in his home and community.

The role is 2:1 enhanced services, with Saturdays and Sundays 7:00 AM–3:00 PM and pay of $37.00 per hour. You will work with a welcoming family and experienced behavioral professionals to implement a behavioral support plan, help with daily living activities, community outings, and skill-building.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Education, Special Education, Counseling, Social Work, Gerontology, or a related field.
• NADD Certification with relevant hands-on experience.
• Autism or intellectual/developmental disability experience is valued.

Responsibilities

• Providing personal care, including bathing, hygiene, and feeding-tube support.
• Assisting with transfers, mobility, positioning, and physical support.
• Supporting communication through his iPad and basic sign language.
• Participating in community outings and activities.
• Creating opportunities for engagement, learning, and independence.
• Assisting with hydration, meals, and light household tasks.
• Administering medications after appropriate training.
• Following behavioral and health-related protocols.
• Implementing strategies outlined in the behavioral support plan.
• Working closely with family members, behavioral professionals, and other team members.
• Remaining attentive and actively engaged throughout the entire shift.

Skills

Compassionate

Patience

Strong communicator

Team player

Reliability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field

NADD Certification

Job description

Terrapin House, Inc. in Malvern, PA is seeking an Enhanced Weekend Support Staff Professional (SSP) to provide compassionate, hands-on support to a young man in his home and community.

The role is 2:1 enhanced services, with Saturdays and Sundays 7:00 AM–3:00 PM and pay of $37.00 per hour. You will work with a welcoming family and experienced behavioral professionals to implement a behavioral support plan, help with daily living activities, community outings, and skill-building.