Direct Support Professional

Description


Position at Clarvida - Pennsylvania


Job Title: Direct Support Professional
Location: Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania (On-site)
Employment Type: Part-time
Salary: $16.00/hr

About the Role
We're hiring a Direct Support Professional to provide high-quality, compassionate care to individuals with developmental disabilities in a day program setting to live a more independent life. As a Direct Support Professional, you'll support individuals with social, emotional, and environmental support to help them achieve greater independence. This role requires strong communication skills and a commitment to ensuring that individuals are supported in a respectful and dignified manner.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to individuals participating in the day program

• Assist in training new staff to ensure consistent service delivery

• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with state regulations and internal policies

• Administer medication and ensure proper documentation and tracking of all medications

• Encourage the development of life skills to promote independence

• Support indiviudals in participating in community activities and daily routines

Required Qualifications

• At least 18 years old

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Valid Pennsylvania driver's license with a good driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills

Compensation & Benefits

Full-time Employees:

• Paid vacation days (increases with tenure)

• Separate sick leave (rolls over annually)

• Up to 10 paid holidays*

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options

• DailyPay - access your earnings before payday*

• Training, development, and continuing education credits for licensure requirements

All Employees:

• 401(k) plan

• Free licensure supervision

• Pet insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Perks @Clarvida: National discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment

• Mileage reimbursement

• Cell phone stipend

(*Benefits may vary by state or county)

Work Location
Day Program and community settings, Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania

Employment Type
Part-time

How to Apply
If you're passionate about providing high-quality, person-centered care, click "Apply Now" to join our team as a Direct Support Professional.

About Clarvida
Clarvida is a trusted provider of behavioral health services, supporting individuals across multiple states. We specialize in integrated, person-centered care and work closely with families and local communities to deliver impactful mental health and developmental disability services.

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Equal Opportunity Employer
Clarvida is committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Fraud Alert
Clarvida never charges fees to apply and does not conduct interviews via messaging apps. Official communication will come from @clarvida.com email addresses or verified Clarvida LinkedIn profiles.

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