Direct Support Professionals (DSP) $18.00 / Personal Care Assistant - Caregiver $14/ Altoona area

Community Resources For Independence • Altoona, PA

131d • $14 - $18

About The Position

Now hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP) and Personal Care Assistant (PCA) - Caregivers in the Altoona and surrounding areas. Join our team and make a meaningful difference every day! At Community Resources for Independence (CR), we believe in creating an inclusive community where everyone has the chance to thrive in their own homes. As a member of our care team, you'll provide support that empowers individuals to live more independently and with dignity, while also enriching your own life through meaningful connections and shared moments of joy. We are looking for caring, dependable, and motivated individuals to work as both Personal Care Assistant (PCA) and Direct Support Professionals (DSP) depending on our clients we have available.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Should have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and current auto insurance.
• Must be able to successfully pass a variety of background checks and clearances.
• Availability to work every other weekend, on holidays, and participate in an on-call rotation is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with light housekeeping, meals, and personal care tasks.
• Get paid to join our clients on walks and fun activities in the community.
• Join your clients for appointments, shopping, or other errands as needed.
• Support IDD clients in reaching the goals outlined in their Service Plan.
• Facilitate community integration, social engagement, and skill-building activities with clients.
• Encourage independence, dignity, and choice in daily living.
• Accompany clients to appointments when necessary.
• Engage in team meetings to share insights about the client's progress.
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment through light housekeeping tasks as needed.
• Effective communication and empathy are vital for building strong, trusting relationships with those you support.

Benefits

• Flexible schedules with a variety of shifts and locations.
• Paid initial and ongoing training in the classroom and online to help you support your clients.
• Coaching and mentoring to set you up for success.
• Supervisors, schedulers, and trainers are there to support you 24/7.
• A schedule that matches your needs with the needs of the client.
• Overtime pay, shift differentials, bonuses including longevity, perfect attendance, and more!
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Voluntary Supplemental Insurance.
• Retirement benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: High school or GED