Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Life's New Beginning

APPLY TODAY TO SCHEDULE AN INTERVIEW OR STOP IN (1140 Edison St, York, PA 17403) FOR OPEN INTERVIEWS HELD EVERY THURSDAY FROM 9:30AM-11:30AM and 1PM-3PM. FOR OPEN INTERVIEWS, PLEASE BRING A RESUMÉ WITH UPDATED JOB HISTORY, CONTACT INFORMATION, AND 3 REFERENCES WITH THEIR CONTACT INFORMATION.

***Starting rates of $21 - $22 per hour***

Life's New Beginning is looking for motivated individuals with a passion for care to take on the role of Direct Support Professional. The role of the DSP is to provide direct care while teaching daily living skills (cooking, self-care, hygiene, laundry, cleaning, shopping), health and safety skills, social skills, and relationship building skills. The DSP also provides support in the community and during social, recreational, and/or leisure activities. The DSP's role is also that of a mentor who will encourage and foster independence.

Our mission is for those we serve to live a happy, meaningful, everyday life.

Residential Programs: We have one and two-person residential homes in which the DSPs provide individualized care and support, teach concepts of daily living and promote community involvement. The Direct Support Professional role is the most integral position when providing services and support to individuals with intellectual disabilities. The position requires patience, care, understanding, and compassion. It is also important that the DSP is responsible, reliable, honest, and has the ability to make effective decisions as well as possess the ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

Requirements for DSP position:

• Must be 18 years or older
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid PA driver's license
• 2 years driving experience
• Schedules may include day, evening, weekend, and overnight hours.
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Ability to read, speak, and write English
• Participate and successfully complete required training (includes but not limited to CPR, First Aid, Med Administration, Safe Crisis Management)

What we offer:

• Full time and part time positions
• Opportunity for advancement
• Competitive pay
• Benefits available
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Voluntary life insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • 403(b) (full and part time)
  • Employee assistance program (full time and part time)
  • PTO