Direct Support Professional (DSP)- Newtown Square, PA

Peaceful Living • Edgmont Township, PA

70d • $18 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Peaceful Living is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. DSPs provide much needed assistance and care to help others live their lives to the fullest. DSPs are there to support and assist with life skills, activities of daily living, community participation, transportation, and personal care. Peaceful Living is looking for kind, compassionate, and reliable people to join the team for this rewarding and fulfilling role.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Possess a high school diploma/GED
• Have and maintain a valid (state of residence) driver's license and driving approval from Peaceful Living
• Successfully pass and maintain all criminal background checks
• Complete pre-employment physical and TB test

Nice To Haves

• DSP experience (for compensation determination)

Responsibilities

• Support and assist with life skills
• Support and assist with activities of daily living
• Support and assist with community participation
• Provide transportation
• Provide personal care

Benefits

• Generous paid time off
• Up to $3,000 in tuition assistance (after meeting employment requirements)
• Opportunities for overtime available
• Career advancement opportunities
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Employee referral bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED