Direct Support Professional
About The Position
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) plays a vital role in promoting the health, safety, and well-being of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You’ll support daily living activities, community engagement, and personal development, while advocating for individual choice and dignity. Achieva offers structured opportunities for advancement and pay increases through the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) certification program: DSP I: +$0.50/hour DSP II: +$0.50/hour DSP III: +$1.00/hour Achieva also offers advancement pathways to Front Line Supervisor (FLS) certification, with additional pay increases and bonus incentives upon completion.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- One (1) year of related experience is preferred.
- Ability to safely perform one-person physical transfers required.
- Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License required.
- Required clearances: Act 33 (Child Abuse), Act 34 (Criminal Record), and FBI Background Check.
- Must obtain CPR certification within six (6) months of start date and complete all training requirements associated with the Direct Support Professional position.
Responsibilities
- Supports individuals in leading meaningful lives through community and personal engagement.
- Assists with personal care tasks, including bathing, laundry, meal preparation, and medication administration.
- Promotes independence through support with budgeting, home management, and daily living skills.
- Accompanies individuals to appointments, recreational activities, and community events.
- Documents individual progress, successes, and concerns in accordance with program standards.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low employee contributions
- Company-Paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contributions after one year
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and family support
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays for work-life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
