Job Overview

Direct Support Professional-Part Time-Aldan, Delaware County

Schedule: Tue- 1pm- 5pm, Wed 1pm -6:30pm and Fri 1pm -6:30pm.

We are in search of an energetic, patient, and compassionate person to work one on one with an individual with Developmental Disabilities who lives in Aldan, Delaware County. This individual lives at home with her family. The DSP supports this person with assistance such as personal hygiene, preparing meals, laundry, going out for walks, housekeeping and leisure activities.

As a Direct Support Professional, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Your primary focus will be to provide compassionate care and support in various settings, including home and community environments. This position requires a dedicated individual who is patient, observant, and committed to fostering independence and dignity among the people you serve.

All Team Members must:

· be 18 years of age or older

· have a current driver's license with no suspensions or points within the past three years

· possess a high school diploma or GED

· have no prohibitive criminal offenses

DSP Responsibilities
- Assist individual with daily living activities, including personal hygiene and meal preparation.
- Provide support in community integration activities to promote social skills and independence.
- Observe and document clients' behaviors and progress, reporting any significant changes to the appropriate personnel.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients by ensuring that living spaces are tidy and organized.
- Collaborate with family, caregivers and other professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Facilitate recreational activities that encourage engagement and enhance the well-being of individuals.
- Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations while providing care.

What Step By Step can offer you:

· Salary of $18 per/hour

· $250 sign-on bonus

· Weekly pay

· Paid trainings 

Step By Step is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. At Step By Step, we are committed to and value an inclusive and diverse workforce and we believe that diversity and inclusion among our workforce is critical to our success. Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and staff without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, parental status and any other characteristics or protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. All employment decisions are based upon qualifications, merit, and business necessity.