Older Adult Day Program Direct Support Professional

Access Services•Hatfield, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Access Services is hiring a Direct Support Professional for its Senior Adult Day Program in Hatfield, Pennsylvania. The role supports older adults with developmental disabilities and autism through person-centered care, personal assistance, and support for each participant’s goals, independence, and quality of life. Work takes place primarily in community settings and day program environments, with travel during the workday to support individuals and participate in community activities. Employees may use a personal vehicle or an agency-owned vehicle. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:15 AM to 3:45 PM, and starts at $17 per hour, with adjustments based on education and experience. Access Services provides required First Aid, CPR, and Community Participation Supports for DSP certifications within six months of hire. The role requires meeting background check, physical examination, driving history, motor vehicle eligibility, and substance abuse screening criteria.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Meet required qualifying and ongoing job criteria, including background checks, a physical examination, and a driving history record.
Valid U.S. driver’s license held for at least two years, excluding time with a permit.
No serious traffic convictions within the past three years, including DUI, reckless driving, leaving the scene of an accident, or three or more traffic violations and/or at-fault accidents during that period.
Reliable vehicle access during work hours; the vehicle must have valid registration and inspection stickers, and the employee must have valid auto insurance and provide proof of coverage as a driver on the policy.
Ability and willingness to drive during the work schedule, meet the Agency’s Motor Vehicle Policy eligibility criteria, drive safely, and pass the Agency’s substance abuse screening at any time during employment.
Ability to travel during a normal workday and use a personal or agency-owned vehicle as needed.
Ability to teach basic daily living skills and provide personal care as needed.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals, families, peers, supports coordinators, and the general public.
Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting laws, rules, and policies governing Access Services programs and services.
Ability to express ideas succinctly, orally and in writing.
Ability to work independently and in groups and adapt to different work environments.
Cooperative and caring attitude, with commitment to prioritizing others’ needs and respecting the rights and individuality of people served.
Proficiency in, or ability to learn, workplace applications and technologies, including Outlook, the Company Intranet, time and attendance systems, and electronic healthcare records.
Ability to navigate network drives and perform basic hardware use and troubleshooting.
Ability to remain attentive, responsive, and engaged throughout shifts.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, climb stairs, and assist individuals with mobility.
Ability to lift, transfer, push, or pull individuals and objects weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance.
Ability to safely push and maneuver people in manual or power wheelchairs, including over uneven surfaces and ramps.
Sufficient visual and auditory acuity to monitor safety, communicate effectively, and respond promptly to needs or emergencies.
Reliable transportation and ability to accompany or transport individuals to community activities.

Nice To Haves

One year of direct care experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

Implement each participant’s Individual Support Plan (ISP).
Record daily service notes and other documentation as assigned by the Program Specialist or Team Lead.
Help ensure high-quality care and support individuals in meeting their needs.
Establish a secure, positive environment that supports individuals’ needs, self-expression, and valued outcomes.
Facilitate individuals’ inclusion in the community through experiences and activities.
Promote independence in daily activities, learning, leisure, and community opportunities.
Teach basic daily living skills and provide personal care as needed.
Drive safely during work hours and accompany or transport individuals to community activities.
Assist individuals with mobility, transfers, positioning, personal care, and daily living activities as needed.
Safely assist individuals into vehicles and secure them in wheelchair vans using appropriate adaptive equipment and safety restraints.
Use workplace applications, platforms, and technology, and navigate network drives and basic hardware.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
Company-paid life insurance, disability protection, and catastrophic sick leave.
Access Services covers up to 88% of health premiums; many employees pay less than $150 per month.
Full-time employees can earn up to nearly six weeks of paid time off in their first year, including 20 or more PTO days and nine paid holidays; additional time is added with career growth.
401(k) with company match.
Tuition reimbursement program and access to college tuition discounts.
Mileage and toll reimbursement.
Employee Assistance Program with free, confidential resources for employees and their families, including counseling and emotional support through in-person, telehealth, and text therapy, as well as financial and legal guidance.
Paid training and ongoing professional development.
Opportunities to learn and advance across diverse roles and programs.
First Aid, CPR, and Community Participation Supports for DSP certifications provided and paid for by Access Services within six months of hire.