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Direct Support Professional

Independent Home Health
  • Deer Lake, PA
  • Autofill and Review
3 days ago

Job Description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Schuylkill County$18–$20/hour | Flexible OpportunitiesIndependent Home Health is hiring compassionate and dependable Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) throughout Schuylkill County, PA.As a DSP, you'll provide one-on-one support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them build independence, participate in their communities, and work toward personal goals.We have opportunities that may include daytime, evening, and weekend hours depending on current client needs and your availability.What You'll DoDepending on the individual you're matched with, responsibilities may include:
  • Supporting daily living skills and personal goals
  • Providing companionship and encouragement
  • Assisting with community activities and outings
  • Helping individuals develop greater independence
  • Providing transportation when required
  • Following individualized support plans
  • Completing required documentation
  • Maintaining a safe and respectful environment
What We're Looking For
  • Caring, patient, and dependable
  • At least 18 years of age
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
  • Ability to pass required background checks and clearances
  • Comfortable working independently after required training is completed
  • Strong communication and attendance
  • Willingness to complete required DSP/ODP training
Previous DSP, caregiving, home care, behavioral health, or human services experience is helpful, but not required for every opportunity.Schedule & AvailabilityCurrent opportunities vary throughout Schuylkill County and may include:
  • Weekday hours
  • Evening hours
  • Weekend hours
  • Short recurring shifts
  • Part-time schedules
  • Opportunities for additional hours as they become available
During your interview, we'll review your location and availability and discuss any current opportunities that may be a good match.Why Join Independent Home Health?
  • $18–$20/hour, based on experience and assignment
  • One-on-one, person-centered work
  • Flexible scheduling opportunities
  • Mileage reimbursement when applicable
  • Supportive onboarding and training
  • Meaningful work helping individuals live more independently
Interested?Apply today!A member of our recruiting team will contact you to learn more about your availability, preferred location, and current opportunities in Schuylkill County.Independent Home Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Numbers & Facts

LocationDeer Lake, PA
IndustryInsurance
Company Size1,000 to 1,499 employees
Websitehttps://www.independenthealth.com/

About Company

Find A Career as a Redshirt

Being an Independent Health Redshirt is more than just a title. It's providing our members with high quality care and service which is core of who we are and what we do best.

Be part of a collaborative , innovative team that prides itself on being diverse in skill, in thought and in culture. It's what earned us the recogntion as one of the "Best Companies to Work for in New York" for eight consecutive years.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, Independent Health and its affiliates will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran or disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.

Skills

  • Background Investigationunmatched
  • Behavioral Healthunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Developmental Disabilitiesunmatched
  • Digital Signal Processing (DSP)unmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • Home Careunmatched
  • Human Healthunmatched
  • Patient Careunmatched

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