Personal Care Assistant (PCA) / Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Community Resources for Independence•Vandergrift, PA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking caring, dependable, and motivated individuals to work as both Personal Care Assistants (PCA) and Direct Support Professionals (DSP) in the Vandergrift and New Kensington areas. This role offers flexible hours between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM, with opportunities for students, homemakers, retirees, or those seeking a career change to maintain a work-life balance. As a PCA/Caregiver/Direct Care Worker, you will assist clients with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and personal care tasks, accompany them on walks, activities, appointments, and errands, empowering them to live independently and engage with the community. As a Direct Support Professional, you will support individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) in achieving their Service Plan goals, facilitate community integration and skill-building, encourage independence, dignity, and choice, and maintain a safe and healthy environment. Effective communication and empathy are crucial for building strong relationships.

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
Accompany clients on walks and fun activities in the community
Join 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