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

Community Resources for Independence • Meadville, PA

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About The Position

CRI is hiring caregivers to work as Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) and Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), depending on available client needs, in the Meadville area. The role supports clients with personal care, daily living, community participation, independence, and the goals in their service plans. Flexible schedules and a variety of shifts and locations are offered to accommodate both client and employee needs. Paid initial and ongoing classroom and online training, coaching, mentoring, and 24/7 support from supervisors, schedulers, and trainers are provided.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Should have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must have a valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and current auto insurance.
• Must successfully pass required background checks and clearances.
• Must be available to work every other weekend and holidays, and participate in an on-call rotation.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and personal care tasks.
• Join clients on walks and community activities.
• Accompany clients to appointments, shopping, and other errands as needed.
• Help empower clients to live independently and participate in the community.
• Support clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities in reaching goals outlined in their Service Plans.
• Facilitate community integration, social engagement, and skill-building activities.
• Encourage independence, dignity, and choice in daily living.
• Attend team meetings and share insights about client progress.
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment through light housekeeping as needed.
• Build trusting relationships with clients through effective communication and empathy.

Benefits

• Flexible schedules with a variety of shifts and locations.
• Paid initial and ongoing classroom and online training.
• Coaching and mentoring.
• 24/7 support from supervisors, schedulers, and trainers.
• Schedule matched to employee and client needs.
• Overtime pay, shift differentials, and bonuses, including longevity and perfect-attendance bonuses.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Voluntary supplemental insurance.
• Retirement benefits.

What This Job Offers

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