Youth Direct Support Professional

Description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are now hiring Full-Time, Part-Time, Youth Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Levittown, PA  to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities - supporting 2 males in the home with daily living skills. This is a fantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference! No experience required– we provide PAID training! 

Starting pay is $17.00/per hour 

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to children with intellectual and developmental disabilities tailored to their Individual Support Plan (ISP)/Person Centered Plan (PCP)
• Assist children in meeting the goals and objectives of their ISP/PCP
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene
• Promote the physical and emotional well-being of supported children
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
• Assist with the learning and development of independent and community-based skills
• Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families
• Ensure work locations and vehicles are clean and well maintained to provide a safe environment
• Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned

 Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be 21+ years old
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Ability to work individually and with team to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent time management skills

 Working Conditions

• May support individuals with severe behavior support needs that place the individual and others at risk of harm
• Work in residential programs, day programs, and in the community
• Transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
• Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours
• Overtime may be required due to business needs
• Frequent lifting, stretching, and other physical exertion may be required
• May be required to lift or move 25+ pounds
• May assist with wheelchair transfer of non-ambulatory participants
• May be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable diseases

 Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Generous PTO
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Incredible career growth opportunities 

Send resumes to: [email protected]

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V