Home and Community Direct Support Professional, Orwigsburg Area
Access Services, Schuylkill Haven, PA, United States
Access Services DSP (Direct Support Professional) – In Home Supports
Access Services is seeking caring and patient Direct Support Professionals to join our In Home Supports team with part‑time schedules available in Orwigsburg, New Ringgold, and Schuylkill Haven areas.
As a Direct Support Professional you will have the opportunity to provide supports to adults with developmental disabilities/Autism who desire to continue living in a home environment for as long as possible. Your daily actions will enable each individual to flourish in a home context, maintain or increase independence, and live their best lives. Your goal is to provide the highest quality care for each individual. Paid training is provided; no experience is required.
Key Responsibilities
Assist individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities in the region where you serve. Provide creative support through a variety of tasks, activities, and community engagement, both in their own homes and in natural family homes.
Provide supports as outlined in the individual's plan of care using approved interventions, including safe crisis‑management techniques, emotional support, and positive reinforcement.
Maintain appropriate case notes for the individuals served.
Engage in supervision, training, and professional development.
Requirements
Background checks, physical examination results, and clearances.
High school diploma or GED preferred.
One year of direct care experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities preferred.
Driving Requirements
Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle during work hours.
U.S. driver’s license held for at least the past two years (excluding permit period).
Must be listed as a driver on a valid auto‑insurance policy.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Creative problem‑solving and strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to teach basic daily living skills.
Ability and willingness to provide personal care.
Knowledge of basic family dynamics.
Establish effective working relationships with individuals, families, case managers, and the general public.
Express ideas clearly with individuals and families, both verbally and written.
Commitment to resident rights and individuality of the person served.
Manage time and work independently within provided guidelines.
Proficiency in or willingness to learn workplace applications, platforms, and technologies.
Navigate network drives and troubleshoot basic hardware issues.
Essential Working Conditions / Physical Demands Work in program sites and the community routinely providing direct care and support. Stand, sit, or run independently to provide proper care and supervision. Move and stay with an individual to keep them safe in both home and community settings, including near and far distances. Aid an individual who has fallen, regardless of weight or size. Perform household tasks such as laundry, cleaning, meal preparation, shopping, and dining out while ensuring safety and compliance with individual service plans.
Benefits Compensation starts at $17 per hour, with increases based on education and experience. DSP positions are available based on program openings; schedules are built around your availability and client needs.
All Employees Receive The Following Benefits
Mortgage reimbursement and paid travel time between work sites.
Employee assistance program (EAP).
Referral bonuses.
Ongoing training.
Discounts on various services and perks with local credit unions, college tuition discounts.
If Working 20 Hours or More, Benefits Include
Paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) match.
If Working 30+ Hours per Week, Benefits Include
Health, vision, prescription, and dental insurance.
401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, and college tuition discounts.
20 days paid time off plus additional time with continued service, paid holiday time, catastrophic sick leave (CSL).
Company‑paid life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Access Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be exhaustive of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.
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As a Direct Support Professional you will have the opportunity to provide supports to adults with developmental disabilities/Autism who desire to continue living in a home environment for as long as possible. Your daily actions will enable each individual to flourish in a home context, maintain or increase independence, and live their best lives. Your goal is to provide the highest quality care for each individual. Paid training is provided; no experience is required.
Key Responsibilities
Assist individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities in the region where you serve. Provide creative support through a variety of tasks, activities, and community engagement, both in their own homes and in natural family homes.
Provide supports as outlined in the individual's plan of care using approved interventions, including safe crisis‑management techniques, emotional support, and positive reinforcement.
Maintain appropriate case notes for the individuals served.
Engage in supervision, training, and professional development.
Requirements
Background checks, physical examination results, and clearances.
High school diploma or GED preferred.
One year of direct care experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities preferred.
Driving Requirements
Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle during work hours.
U.S. driver’s license held for at least the past two years (excluding permit period).
Must be listed as a driver on a valid auto‑insurance policy.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Creative problem‑solving and strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to teach basic daily living skills.
Ability and willingness to provide personal care.
Knowledge of basic family dynamics.
Establish effective working relationships with individuals, families, case managers, and the general public.
Express ideas clearly with individuals and families, both verbally and written.
Commitment to resident rights and individuality of the person served.
Manage time and work independently within provided guidelines.
Proficiency in or willingness to learn workplace applications, platforms, and technologies.
Navigate network drives and troubleshoot basic hardware issues.
Essential Working Conditions / Physical Demands Work in program sites and the community routinely providing direct care and support. Stand, sit, or run independently to provide proper care and supervision. Move and stay with an individual to keep them safe in both home and community settings, including near and far distances. Aid an individual who has fallen, regardless of weight or size. Perform household tasks such as laundry, cleaning, meal preparation, shopping, and dining out while ensuring safety and compliance with individual service plans.
Benefits Compensation starts at $17 per hour, with increases based on education and experience. DSP positions are available based on program openings; schedules are built around your availability and client needs.
All Employees Receive The Following Benefits
Mortgage reimbursement and paid travel time between work sites.
Employee assistance program (EAP).
Referral bonuses.
Ongoing training.
Discounts on various services and perks with local credit unions, college tuition discounts.
If Working 20 Hours or More, Benefits Include
Paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) match.
If Working 30+ Hours per Week, Benefits Include
Health, vision, prescription, and dental insurance.
401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, and college tuition discounts.
20 days paid time off plus additional time with continued service, paid holiday time, catastrophic sick leave (CSL).
Company‑paid life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Access Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be exhaustive of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.
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