Home and Community Direct Support Professional, Delaware County
Access Services·Newtown Square, Pennsylvania
Access Services·Newtown Square, Pennsylvania
Provide direct support and creative engagement for adults with developmental disabilities and autism to help them maintain independence in their homes. Responsibilities include implementing plans of care, managing crises, and maintaining detailed case notes.
At Access Services, we know great work starts with real support for all employees, including part time.
At Access Services you have the ability to earn PTO, get a 401k match and get paid for training.
Access Services is seeking caring and patient DSPs (Direct Support Professionals) to join our In Home Supports team on a part-time schedule with current shifts in Newtown Square.
The current shift options are: Newtown Square Monday 1-5PM Wednesday 1-5PM As a Direct Support Professional, you will have the opportunity to provide supports to adults with developmental disabilities/Autism who desire to continue living in a home environment for as long as possible.
Your daily actions as a Direct Support Professional will enable each individual to flourish in their desired home context, maintain or increase their independence, and live their best lives.
Your goal is to provide the highest quality care for each individual.
Paid training is provided by Access Services, so no experience is necessary.
Key Responsibilities of the DSP: Direct Support Professionals will assist individuals with developmental intellectual disabilities in the region where you serve.
You will provide creative support through a variety of tasks, activities and/or community engagement.
You may provide direct services to individuals in their own homes or in their natural family homes.
Direct Support Professionals will provide supports as outlined in the individual’s plan of care utilizing approved interventions.
This includes safe crisis management techniques, emotional support, and positive reinforcement.
Direct Support Professionals will maintain appropriate case notes for the individuals served.
Direct Support Professionals will engage in supervision, training, and professional development.
The selected candidate must meet all qualifying and ongoing job criteria including background checks, physical examination, and a driving history record.
Driving Requirements: A valid US driver’s license for at least two years, not including time with permit.
No serious traffic convictions within the past three years. (Serious convictions include, but are not limited to, DUI, reckless driving, leaving the scene of an accident, or three or more traffic violations and/or at-fault accidents within that period).
Access to a reliable vehicle during work hours.
Vehicle must have valid registration and inspection stickers.
Valid auto insurance.
You will be asked to provide proof that you are a covered driver on the policy.
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Candidates should preferably have a high school diploma or GED and one year of direct care experience. A valid U.S. driver's license and access to a reliable personal vehicle for transporting individuals are required.
Market context
Home and community direct support roles in Pennsylvania are typically driven by ongoing need for staff who can support daily living and community participation. This role is competitive because employers often look for direct care experience, a high school diploma or GED, and dependable transportation for community-based work. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your driver’s license, vehicle access, and experience match before applying.
