Direct Support Professional (DSP), Community Participation Supports
Carlisle, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$17/hr
Entry level
Overview Direct Support Professional (DSP) Status: Full-time, 30+ hours per week Schedule: Monday- Friday 9:00 am- 3:30 pm Location: Carlisle Pay: $17.00 per hour, up to $17.75 per hour with NADSP DSP certification(s) Wh…
Skills: Communication, Personal Care, Hygiene Support, Documentation, Self-advocacy Support
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Senior
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Middletown Township, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
Mid level
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Upper St. Clair, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
Entry level
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Mid level
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$50/hr–$55/hr
Entry level
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Entry level
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Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our …
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$17/hr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement with Company Match, Paid Time Off (PTO), Same day pay through Tapcheck
Posted 10d ago
Apply by Jul 27
~30 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in building independence and engaging in community activities. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living skills, personal care, and following individualized support plans.
Requirements
Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a valid driver's license, 6 months of driving experience, and access to an insured vehicle. Ability to communicate effectively in English is required, while previous caregiving experience is preferred.
Full job description
Overview
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Status: Full-time, 30+ hours per week
Schedule: Monday- Friday 9:00 am- 3:30 pm
Location: Carlisle
Pay: $17.00 per hour, up to $17.75 per hour with NADSP DSP certification(s)
What We’re Looking For:
Entry level, training provided
A valid driver’s license and 6 months driving experience
18 years of age
Access to a vehicle with valid insurance, registration, and inspection
Ability to communicate, read, write, and understand the English language
Preferred: Previous Personal Care Aide, Caregiver, Direct Support Professional (DSP), or Direct Care Worker experience
Preferred: Knowledge of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or autism
As a DSP (Direct Support Professional) in Community Participation Supports, you’ll help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities build independence, confidence, and meaningful connections. You’ll support individuals as they make choices, learn new skills, and engage in enriching activities both on-site and out in the community.
What You’ll Do:
Encourage independence, self-advocacy, and everyday decision-making
Provide support with daily living skills, personal care, and hygiene
Build strong relationships through thoughtful, effective communication
Follow individualized support plans and document progress
Assist with adaptive equipment, therapies, and skill-building activities
Help plan and participate in social, recreational, and community experiences
Collaborate with team members, families, and supervisors to ensure a safe, supportive environment
Why UCP?
Welcomes both entry level and experienced individuals.
Paid training and certifications including; CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration.
Opportunities for advancement through our Pathfinder Program or within our growing organization.
Same day pay available through Tapcheck
Comprehensive benefits may include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement with Company Match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and more!
Eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
Inclusive culture that values feedback, individuality, and employee recognition
Refer & earn $1,000!
Join Our Team!
Change lives. Including your own – Apply today.
UCP Central PA is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to [email protected].
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UCP Central PA has been creating opportunities for people of all ages with all types of disabilities for nearly seventy years.
Today our nearly 1,500 employees deliver on our mission as we empower 1,500 people with diverse abilities each year to live a meaningful life through innovative support and services. We are planting seeds daily until we achieve our vision of a community that embrace’s every individuals’ abilities.
We encourage a life without limits for people who are born with a disability, acquire a disability through illness, accident or injury, or are aging into a disability through our comprehensive service offerings.
• We offer children who are experiencing delays in meeting developmental milestones various therapies to help them reach their full potential
• We deliver a broad system of support for the entire family including grandparents and siblings
• We provide the support, resources, and access that helps people secure, maintain, and succeed at competitive, meaningful employment
• We help people lead more independent, full, and engaging lives while volunteering, working, shopping, or participating in recreational opportunities
• We are building strong community connections by matching each person’s strengths, preferences, and abilities with available local opportunities
• We provide a place to call home, and a nurturing and supportive family environment rich with life experiences for people
• We provide the opportunity for people to manage their own supports and services
• We restore and refurbish home medical equipment and assistive technology devices and redistribute to the community free of charge
• We make everyday living easier, and otherwise impossible tasks possible for people
Offices: 55 Utley Drive, Camp Hill, PA 17011, US · 3 W. Monument Square, Suite 201, Lewistown, PA 17044, US · 1372 North Susquehanna Trail, Suite 240, Selinsgrove, PA 17870, US · 201 E Oregon Rd, Suite 208, Lititz, Pennsylvania 17543, US
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