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Youth Direct Support Professional

3 months ago


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**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 an hour_

**We are offering a $250 Sign-On Bonus opportunity for New Hires** **_(Must complete 90 days of satisfactory employment to be eligible)_

**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
- Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer _M/F/D/V_