DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL-HOURLY

Apis Services Inc•Upper Nazareth Township, PA

29d•$18 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Advancing Opportunities, an affiliate of Apis Services, is seeking compassionate, reliable, and motivated individuals to join our team as Part-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). In this role, you will provide support to individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities, helping them lead meaningful, independent lives while promoting their health, safety, dignity, and personal choice. Our mission is to achieve full societal participation for all people with disabilities.

Requirements

Must be at least 20 years of age
High School Diploma or GED required
Valid driver's license required
Ability to successfully complete state and federal criminal background checks
Ability to successfully complete drug screening
Ability to successfully complete pre-employment physical and PPD/TB testing
Ability to complete all required orientation and training programs

Responsibilities

Assisting with activities of daily living, including cooking, housekeeping, and personal hygiene
Supporting health and wellness goals, including medication assistance and healthy lifestyle practices
Encouraging community participation through shopping, recreation, appointments, and transportation
Promoting social and communication skills, relationship building, and positive coping strategies
Assisting with budgeting and money management skills
Encouraging independence, self-advocacy, dignity, and personal choice
Maintaining a safe, supportive, and person-centered environment
Documenting services and communicating effectively with team members as needed