We are hiring a dedicated and caring Direct Support Professional to join our Day Program team in Bethlehem, PA!

As a Direct Support Professional in our Life Day Program, you will have the opportunity to provide personalized supports to adults with developmental disabilities/Autism who attend our Community Life Day Programs. Our quality-focused support staff work with the individuals’ goals and help those individuals maintain or increase their independence and live their best lives.

Work Schedule: Weekdays 8:00AM-4:00PM (full time shifts set at program location in Bethlehem)

Key Responsibilities:

• Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals will implement the Individual Support Plan (ISP) for every individual participant.
• Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals will record daily service note and other documentation as assigned by Program Specialist/ Team Lead.
• Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals will help ensure the highest quality of care to individuals in helping them meet their needs.
• Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals will establish a secure, positive environment that nurtures individual’s needs, self-expression, and goals (valued outcomes).
• Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals will help facilitate an individual’s inclusion in the community through experiences and activities.
• Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals will promote independence in daily activities, learning, leisure, and volunteer opportunities for individuals.

Requirements

Qualifications:

· High school diploma or equivalent

· Valid driver's license, regular access to a reliable vehicle, and proof of car insurance

Benefits

Compensation:

Full-time: starts at $17/hour, with adjustments made for education and experience; plus a competitive benefits package

Our full-time comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health, vision, Rx, and dental insurance with options for HSA/FSA.
Mileage reimbursement and paid travel time between worksites.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Referral bonuses.
401k match.
Tuition reimbursement and college tuition discounts.
20 days paid off plus additional time with continued service. Paid holiday time. Catastrophic sick leave.
Company paid Life Insurance as well as Long and Short-Term Disability.
Ongoing professional development training.
Discounts on various services. Perks with local credit unions.

Access Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.