Intellectual Disability - Advanced Direct Support Professional
About The Position
Keystone Human Services is seeking Advanced Direct Support Professionals to provide individualized, person-directed support to adults with intellectual disabilities, mental health conditions, and autism. The role focuses on fostering inclusion and building communities where individuals can thrive. Responsibilities include creating a healthy home environment, teaching daily living skills, assisting with personal care, and advocating for health and wellness. This position may also involve administering medications, performing delegated nursing tasks, monitoring health conditions under nurse supervision, and responding to emergencies according to protocols and behavior support plans. Advanced Direct Support Professionals support individuals with high levels of need as determined by clinical and/or health care assessments. Keystone Human Services is committed to health, wellbeing, and professional growth, offering a competitive benefits package and opportunities for career advancement. The organization works to create an environment where all people can grow, make choices, and be valued members of the community, providing community-based services in Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Delaware, and New Jersey, as well as parts of Eastern Europe and India.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- One (1) year work experience supporting individuals with either challenging medical needs and/or behaviors or dual diagnosis of intellectual disability and mental health
- Effective communication and proficient computer skills
- Successfully complete and maintain all required certifications and training mandated by regulations and additional specialized medical and/or behavioral health trainings necessary
- Valid driver’s license and, depending on work location, may be required to have daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle
- Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including clearances and verifications
Responsibilities
- Support adults by creating a healthy and engaging home setting
- Teach and assist with daily living skills
- Assist with personal care
- Advocate for the health and wellness of the people we support
- Administer medications
- Perform delegated nursing tasks
- Monitor health conditions under the supervisor of a nurse
- Respond to emergencies following protocols and implementing behavior support plans
- Support individuals with a high level of need as defined by clinical and/or health care assessments
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Paid time off
- 401K
- Career advancement
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
