Direct Support Professional - Full Time
Lancaster
Direct Support Professional - Full Time
Full Time • Lancaster
Benefits:
- Mileage Reimbursement
Are you compassionate, energetic, and passionate about making a difference in someone's life? We are seeking a dedicated Direct Support Professional to support an adult male with special needs in both his home and the community.
This position provides 1:1 In-Home support and 2:1 support while in community, to a young adult with developmental disabilities. The ideal candidate will be patient, dependable, and confident supporting individuals with complex behavioral needs while helping promote independence, community involvement, and meaningful daily experiences.
Qualifications
• Experience supporting individuals with special needs is required.
• Experience working with non-verbal individuals is highly preferred.
• Experience responding to self-injurious behaviors and implementing support strategies is required.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and professional during challenging situations.
• Must be comfortable performing approved behavioral intervention holds when necessary and appropriately trained.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.
• Outgoing, responsible, and committed to helping others thrive.
Schedule
• 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, two days per week
• 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM, three days per week
• Every other weekend required
Compensation
• IHCS Rate (No Certification): $25.10/hour
• Enhanced IHCS Rate (Degree or Certification): $32.12/hour
Don't have a degree or certification? Qualified applicants may be eligible to obtain their NADD Certification, if interested.
What We're Looking For
We are seeking someone who genuinely enjoys working with adults with disabilities, values person-centered supports, and is committed to helping an individual live a fulfilling and meaningful life at home and in the community.
If you're looking for rewarding work where you can make a real difference every day, we'd love to hear from you!
This position provides 1:1 In-Home support and 2:1 support while in community, to a young adult with developmental disabilities. The ideal candidate will be patient, dependable, and confident supporting individuals with complex behavioral needs while helping promote independence, community involvement, and meaningful daily experiences.
Qualifications
• Experience supporting individuals with special needs is required.
• Experience working with non-verbal individuals is highly preferred.
• Experience responding to self-injurious behaviors and implementing support strategies is required.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and professional during challenging situations.
• Must be comfortable performing approved behavioral intervention holds when necessary and appropriately trained.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.
• Outgoing, responsible, and committed to helping others thrive.
Schedule
• 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, two days per week
• 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM, three days per week
• Every other weekend required
Compensation
• IHCS Rate (No Certification): $25.10/hour
• Enhanced IHCS Rate (Degree or Certification): $32.12/hour
Don't have a degree or certification? Qualified applicants may be eligible to obtain their NADD Certification, if interested.
What We're Looking For
We are seeking someone who genuinely enjoys working with adults with disabilities, values person-centered supports, and is committed to helping an individual live a fulfilling and meaningful life at home and in the community.
If you're looking for rewarding work where you can make a real difference every day, we'd love to hear from you!
Compensation: $25.10 - $32.12 per hour
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