Direct Support Professional (DSP) Full-Time and Part-Time, York County, Hanover

Description About Skills Skills of Central PA (Skills) provides support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental health challenges throughout central Pennsylvania. We offer services in 17 counties throughout the region and employ approximately 1,000 people in a variety of professional, clinical, and direct support roles. If you’re looking for a place where you can grow your career while helping people, give Skills a closer look!

• About You There are a few things you’ll need to succeed at Skills. If you’ve got what it takes, this may be the most rewarding career you’ll ever have! You need “grit”. In this line of work, some days are challenging. When the going gets tough, you have to be tougher. You need “heart”. The people we support are vulnerable, so treating them with kindness, compassion, and respect is a must, not an option. You need to advocate. The people we support sometimes have difficulty speaking for themselves, so you need to learn about their needs and support them. You need to mentor. Our day-to-day work involves teaching people the skills they need to succeed. You have to be patient and dedicated to their progress. About the Benefits Skills offers a great benefits package and a work environment to match! Competitive Pay Paid Holidays Generous Paid Time Off, Plus Personal Time and Sick Time
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
• Work Vehicle Available While On the Job
• Flexible Spending Account for Medical and Dependent Care
• 401K Retirement Program (With Employer Matching)
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
• Tuition Assistance for Higher Education
• Employee Wellness Program Exceptional Opportunities for Career Growth Great Co-workers and a Team to Support You! *For positions that qualify

Requirements

About the Requirements You do not need prior experience or a college degree to become a Direct Support Professional. In fact, we’ll provide all of the training and certification you need to be successful. There are a few simple requirements you’ll need for the position: 18 years of age or older High School diploma or GED equivalent Valid driver’s license Eligible to work in the United States Skills of Central PA prohibits hiring and employment discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, race, color, disability, ethnic or national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, pregnancy, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, or any other bases under the law. Skills is an equal opportunity service provider and employer.