Part-Time DSP/Caregiver Position - Cogan Station, PA Area
About The Position
Abound Health has an urgent need for a dedicated Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support an individual in the New Wilmington area. This client requires high-level personal care, full assistance with mobility transfers, and consistent supervision. This role is ideal for healthcare caregivers with strong physical lifting capabilities and experience supporting individuals with complex medical and behavioral needs. We are a mission-driven organization that has proudly served the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) community for over 20 years. We provide: Financial Peace of Mind: Weekly pay and bonus opportunities (such as employee referrals). Paid Professional Development: Paid onboarding and comprehensive skills training. Career Pathing: Advancement opportunities and a dedicated company Scholarship Program. Community Culture: Invitations to company events and DSP community activities. Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, life insurance, and 401(k) eligibility based on hours worked.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Valid driver's license, current auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
- Physical capability to lift and perform full-assist transfers (required).
- Comfort providing high-level personal care and managing tube-feeding/medical routines (comprehensive training is provided).
- Ability to pass criminal background, driving record, and healthcare registry checks.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the I/DD field.
Responsibilities
- Provide full assistance with transfers and mobility for a non-ambulatory client.
- Assist with all daily living needs, including bathing, toileting, and hygiene.
- Manage tube-feeding for all nutrition and medications.
- Monitor health closely, specifically regarding seizure activity.
- Help the client communicate using an iPad, picture selection, and non-verbal cues.
- Maintain a calm, structured environment and provide medium-level behavioral guidance.
- Record daily services and communicate consistently with families and Abound team members.
Benefits
- Weekly Pay
- Paid Training
- Flexible Schedules
- Career Growth
- Bonus opportunities
- Paid onboarding
- Comprehensive skills training
- Advancement opportunities
- Scholarship Program
- Invitations to company events and DSP community activities
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) eligibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
