Youth Direct Support Professional

Bucks 950 Pennsylvania Blvd Feasterville Trevose, PA 19053, USA 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, YouthDirect 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 an 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 withthe learning and development of independent and community-basedskills Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities Drive individuals tomedical appointmentsand 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 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 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: View email address on click.appcast.io Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr