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Direct Care Worker- IDD

Lifesteps Inc·Apollo, Pennsylvania

$19/hr·Part Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 3 months ago
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About the role

The IDD Attendant provides direct care and companionship to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities in their homes and the community. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living tasks, facilitating community outings, and supporting the development of socialization and adaptive skills.

accessAbilities, a local Home care agency, is immediately hiring Caregivers (known as IDD Attendants) to assist individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities in Apollo, PA.

accessAbilities values what is important to people with disabilities and their families, who are striving for an everyday life. An everyday life is about opportunities relationships, rights, and responsibilities. It is about being a member of the community, having a valued role, contributing to society, and having one’s rights as a citizen fully respected. It is a vision that the staff at accessAbilities share.

Companion Services

Employees provide services to participants living in private homes focusing solely on the health and safety of the participant.

IDD attendants might help a participant with

  • Cooking
  • Cleaning
  • Home chores
  • Shopping
  • Attending medical appointments
  • Making crafts
  • Playing a board game
  • Watching a favorite show
  • Providing companionship

In Home and Community Supports

Employees provide services to help people gain, maintain, and improve skills that allow them to live and participate in their local community.

IDD attendants may assist participants with the following

  • Gaining socialization and adaptive skills
  • Shopping and errands
  • Going out to eat at their favorite restaurant
  • Taking a participant bowling, to a movie, or the library
  • Exploring a museum, amusement park, or festival

Our participants enjoy being involved in community events and we are always seeking out fun things to do locally!

We offer flexible schedules! Work when you are available. Part-time hours available. Evening or Weekend Shifts.

Did you know that you or someone you know may also qualify to be paid to care for your special needs loved one?

Position Requirements

  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Ability to lift or transfer up to 100 lbs.
  • Valid driver’s license and auto insurance
  • Ability to obtain ACT 33/34 and FBI clearances

Preferred

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Previous experience as a Direct Care Aide, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aide or Direct Support Professional
  • Prior experience with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities

Apply Today! • Online

  • www.accessabilities.org [http://www.accessabilities.org]
  • Call: 724-832-8272, extension 1069

accessAbilities Home & Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer

EEO/ADA

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$19/hr
Location
Apollo, Pennsylvania
Posted
Apr 18, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Lifesteps Inc

Our mission is "helping individuals and families with life's changing needs."​ Vision Improve the quality of life for members of our communities. Mission Help individuals and families with life’s changing needs by developing programs and providing services which will improve...

Salary listed on 17 jobs
IndustryIndividual and Family Services
TypeNonprofit
Size501-1,000 employees
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Market context

IDD direct care roles remain in steady demand

In Pennsylvania, Direct Care Worker roles in IDD settings are typically in steady demand because providers need reliable staff who can support daily living, safety, and community participation. This role is competitive for candidates who can meet physical requirements, maintain clearances, and show dependable transportation and attendance. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page against the original posting, then confirm your driver’s license, auto insurance, and ACT 33/34 and FBI clearance readiness before applying.

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