Direct Support Professional – DSP

Community Services Group - CSG

. Support adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in residential or community-based settings .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeWind Gap • Pennsylvania • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $17 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates the ability to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving independence through personalized programming and life skills training. Proficient in collaboration with families and service providers to enhance community integration and well-being.

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Individualized Program DevelopmentLife Skills TrainingMedication AdministrationCommunity Integration SupportDocumentation Management

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Hard Skills

Activities Of Daily LivingEmergency ManagementHealth Care CoordinationCooking AssistanceHousekeeping SupportMoney ManagementPersonal Hygiene SupportRole ModelingDocumentation AccuracyCommunity Resource Utilization

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingEmpathyCommunicationCollaborationInstruction

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Health Records

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma Or EquivalencyValid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Intellectual DisabilitiesDevelopmental DisabilitiesResidential ServicesCommunity-Based ServicesSelf-Directed Life

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in residential or community-based settings
Assist individuals to live a self-directed life and with activities of daily living
Implement individual programming and support routine operation of residential homes
Develop and facilitate individualized programs for functional, social, and daily living skills
Develop relationships that promote and ensure individuals’ emotional, physical, and personal well-being
Assist with life skills including interaction with others, cooking, housekeeping, money management, and personal hygiene
Support individuals’ preferences and honor their interests
Identify opportunities for community integration, independence, and interdependence using community resources
Provide guidance, instruction, and role modeling to help individuals reach independence goals
Complete required documentation, including electronic health records, accurately and timely
Collaborate with agencies, family members, and service providers; participate in meetings
Assist with arranging medical care and following health care and dietary recommendations
Conduct fire drills, manage emergency situations, and provide emergency coverage

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be at least 18 years of age or older with a High School diploma or equivalency for day services
Must be 18 years of age or older for residential or community based services
Must have a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle to attend trainings, meetings, and/or transport individuals to appointments
Must administer medication and treatment as permitted under regulations

Benefits

Comp & perks

2 week paid orientation
Mileage reimbursement for orientation related travel
Medical, Dental, Prescription, & Vision Insurance available for qualifying employees, spouses, domestic partners, & dependents
Generous Paid Time Off & Other Paid Leave
Extensive Paid Training
Career Development Opportunities
Flexible Pay Options through myFlexPay
Family Medical and Parental Leave
Flexible spending accounts for medical & dependent care
Traditional or Roth 401K Plans with up to 4% employer match
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Life Insurance
Wellness Opportunities
Tuition Assistance
Mentor/Mentee Opportunities