Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Montgomery County

Eminence Home Care • PA

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About The Position

Eminence Home Care is a dynamic organization dedicated to supporting diverse populations across a wide spectrum of care services. As a trusted provider of unlicensed home and community-based services under Pennsylvania’s Office of Developmental Programs (ODP), we specialize in empowering adults aged 21+ with intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, and autism. Our approach is rooted in dignity and inclusion. Individuals are in need of 1:1 support designed to foster independence, build meaningful connections, and promote full participation in their community on a medical, physical, emotional and intellectual level. At Eminence, we don’t just provide services—we walk alongside individuals as they live empowered, self-directed lives.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Minimum 1 year experience supporting individuals with physical limitations
• Ability to pass background checks and complete ODP training
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Have a functional smart phone to access the EVV app for documentation
• Current Driver’s License, insurance and registered vehicle for use
• Good organizational and communication skills
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States, if applicable
• Preferably have access to a vehicle that can fit mobility devices such as walkers, wheelchairs etc.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting individuals who communicate through Speech-generating devices (AAC), Picture Exchange Communication Systems (PECS), Sign language, gestures, or other nonverbal methods
• Ability to model, prompt, and reinforce positive behaviors, and communication style in daily routines
• Strong observational skills to interpret nonverbal cues and behaviors
• Patience, adaptability, and respect for individual communication preferences

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 support aligned with each individual’s goals and ISP
• Transport individual in community
• Experience with supporting individuals with complex communication needs
• Provide supports to individuals such as personal care of various levels, modeling skills, financial management, social skills, de-escalation of minor behaviors, ensure understanding of communications, community integration, ensure safety and health, etc.
• DSP will have access to perform the following services for individuals based on case assignment: home/community supports, companionship, respite care, homemaking, chores, behavior plan implementation, communication support, volunteer support, and communication strategies
• Reinforce targeted outcomes through instruction, transfer, and engagement
• Document services and outcomes accurately using the EVV app (must use app for documenting)
• Maintain professional conduct and timely communication with supervisors and families involved in care
• Respond promptly to updates in treatment plans or goals from the care team
• Report changes in participant needs or concerns to the supervisor
• Attend required trainings
• Participate in team meetings related to assigned individuals
• Demonstrate reliability and punctuality for all scheduled shifts

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• PTO
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Training Stipend
• Working Advantage Discounts

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED