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Day Program Direct Support Professional

Elwyn·Middletown Township, Pennsylvania

Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 4 months ago
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Day Program Direct Support Professional

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • 22 similar openings in the Middletown Township area
  • 91 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)

About the role

The Direct Support Professional provides supervision, guidance, and instruction to individuals with disabilities to support their daily living activities and community inclusion. They are responsible for maintaining safety, administering medication, and documenting progress according to individual support plans.

Overview

Join a Team That Changes Lives For more than 170 years, Elwyn has been leading the way in supporting children, teens, and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral health challenges.

As a mission-driven nonprofit, we’re here to create real change – helping people lead meaningful, fulfilling lives.

Now, we’re looking for passionate team members to join us.

Here, your work will change lives – including your own.

You’ll make an impact every day, find purpose in what you do, and grow in a career that truly matters.

At Elwyn, we take care of you while you care for others.

We offer: Generous Paid Time Off Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefit Packages Earned Wage Access/On-Demand Pay Paid On-the-Job Training Tuition Reimbursement Career Advancement Opportunities and Growth Flexible Schedules Retirement Savings Plan Join us and be a part of something bigger.

Apply today.

Job Description

Shift Details Monday-Friday 8

00a-4:00p Pay Rate $16.50/hr Elwyn seeks an Adult Day Instructor to provide supervision, guidance, instruction, and/or skill building to assigned individuals served within a specific program site regarding daily living activities, safety, community inclusion, and interaction with others.

Essential

FUNCTIONS: Maintains all levels of supervision for assigned persons served at specific program site as determined by program management in accordance with needs of individual's support plan Supervises, instructs, supports and provides guidance to assigned persons served in accordance with the individual's support plan, and working daily toward the designated outcomes, including but not limited to: ethnic and cultural support recreational/socialization activities physical fitness healthy living self advocacy independence and choice cooking housekeeping money management social awareness interpersonal relationships personal hygiene Follows medical guidelines to administer medication as scheduled or as needed to persons served in strict accordance with each support plan and per medication administration protocols Strictly follows physicians' orders for diet protocols and any other medical treatment orders applicable to day program services and ensures that other staff are aware of the orders Coordinates transportation needs, as applicable, of assigned persons served in accordance with support plan and dependent upon specific site needs Prepares for, and promptly responds to, emergency situations to ensure the safety and security of the program site and persons served at all times; e.g., provide CPR, first aid and crisis intervention as needed in accordance with agency trained protocols, conducts fire drills, emergency evacuations, etc.; Notifies proper authority in the event of an emergency Completes paperwork and maintains all documentation as required and as determined by program management for the program site; e.g., attendance reports, daily goal reports, assessments, Medical Administration Records if applicable, behavioral data sheets, Incident Reports, etc. Provides support to individuals while engaged in community activities which keep them safe, engaged and happy Ensures program site operates in accordance with the organization's quality standards for safety, cleanliness, and comfort and state licensing and accreditation standards and ensures the routine maintenance and cleanliness of Elwyn vehicles used Assists in the resolution of problematic situations that may occur for individuals supported; notifies program management of any unusual situations, emergency situations or any problems unable to be resolved Maintains adequate levels of classroom supplies in a safe condition notifying supervisor when supplies need replenishing Provides support for individuals while providing coverage for lunch and bus duty Provides personal care to individuals as needed Participates in the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) process in support of the support plan; reports issues in the event plan is problematic Reports all incidents as required by regulation of Mandated reporters Promptly reports any infraction of Elwyn policies to program management Performs other duties as assigned

Equal Opportunity Employer

Elwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Elwyn does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, pregnancy status, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, sexual orientation or identity, age, national origin, citizenship, handicap status, marital or family status, mental or physical disability, perceived disability, military or veteran status, political activities or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at ADArequest@elwyn.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal

Requirements

Candidates should have one year of experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. A valid driver's license with at least two years of driving experience and the ability to perform CPR and first aid are required.

  • Communication
  • Documentation
  • CPR
  • Supervision
  • Instruction
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • First aid
  • Medication administration
  • Crisis intervention
  • Personal care
  • Safety management
  • Skill building
  • Community inclusion
  • Daily living activities support

Benefits

  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • On-Demand Pay
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Retirement Savings Plan
  • Earned Wage Access
  • Paid On-the-Job Training
  • Comprehensive Medical Benefit Package
  • Comprehensive Dental Benefit Package
  • Comprehensive Vision Benefit Package

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Middletown Township, Pennsylvania
Posted
May 6, 2026
Closes
Jul 28, 2027
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Elwyn

Elwyn, Inc. - A Human Services organization, serving disabled and disadvantaged individuals for over 130 years.

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
Size11-50 employees
HQPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania
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Qualifications,

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EXPERIENCE: One (1) year experience with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred Demonstrated strong attention to detail Demonstrated strong time management and organizational skills Demonstrated excellent judgment with the ability to independently solve problems and make decisions with little or no need for direct supervision Ability to effectively communicate both in writing and verbally Ability to perform cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR), First Aid, medication administration and crisis intervention techniques according to agency trained protocols Must possess a current, valid driver's license in state of residence, have a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience within the United States, and have an acceptable driving record

Market context

Behavioral health roles in Pennsylvania

Behavioral health employers in Pennsylvania often seek candidates with direct patient care experience, and roles can be more competitive when applicants also bring phlebotomy certification or experience in crisis, detox, or acute psychiatric settings. This posting requires a high school diploma or GED plus at least one year of patient care experience, and the listed requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. If you’re considering applying, review whether your experience matches the setting and be ready to highlight any behavioral-health or phlebotomy background.

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