Direct Support Professional
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Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.
Titusville, PA, US
Summary
The Direct Support Professional provides compassionate, person-centered care to adults with developmental disabilities in home or community settings. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, maintaining accurate documentation, and supporting individuals in achieving personal goals.
Job Description
Location: Titusville PA
Status: Part-Time Hourly
FLSA classification: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Flexible hours - possible for up to 40 hours per week.
Summary of Position: The Direct Support Professional is an hourly, part-time role dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of adults with developmental disabilities.
- Provide compassionate, person-centered care in home or community settings, ensuring the health and well-being of individuals.
- Assist with daily living activities: hygiene, meals, and medication reminders.
- Support individuals in achieving personal goals and participating in social activities.
- Maintain accurate documentation and communicate effectively with the care team.
- Ensure a safe, clean, and supportive environment.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- High School diploma or equivalent is required.
- Additional coursework or certification in human services or related fields is a plus.
- Previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- CPR/First Aid certification or willing to obtain
- Proficient computer skills required; experience using an electronic health record (EHR) system is a plus.
- Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage is required.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
Benefits Available:
- Voluntary Dental
- Voluntary Vision
- UNUM Supplemental Benefits
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
- Direct Deposit
- Competitive Weekly Pay
- Flexible Schedule
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
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A national high-impact nonprofit with global partnerships that provides community-based services as an alternative to youth incarceration and child welfare and behavioral health placements.
Youth Advocate Programs (YAP), Inc. is committed to equal employment and program opportunities with a work/program environment that is free of discrimination and harassment. All decisions at YAP are based on business and program needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, relationship status, military service, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
YAP reserves the right to block senders of content, comments, images, etc. that are inconsistent with our mission.
Founded
1975
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
A national high-impact nonprofit with global partnerships that provides community-based services as an alternative to youth incarceration and child welfare and behavioral health placements.
Youth Advocate Programs (YAP), Inc. is committed to equal employment and program opportunities with a work/program environment that is free of discrimination and harassment. All decisions at YAP are based on business and program needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, relationship status, military service, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
YAP reserves the right to block senders of content, comments, images, etc. that are inconsistent with our mission.
Founded
1975
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania