Habilitation Specialist, Home and Community

Overview

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

- Status: Part-time, 20+ hours per week

- Schedule: Varied hours Monday- Friday between 9:00 am – 1:00 pm or 1:00 pm- 7:00 pm, occasional weekends as needed

- Location: Shippensburg

- Pay: $17.75 per hour

- Sign-On Bonus: $500

What We’re Looking For:

- Willingness to use personal vehicle for transporting individuals in the community

- 6 months to 2 years of previous job-related experience expected

- Previous Personal Care Aide, Caregiver, Direct Support Professional (DSP), or Direct Care Worker experience

- Knowledge of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or autism

- A valid driver’s license and 6 months driving experience

- Reliable transportation with valid insurance, registration, and inspection

- 18 years of age

- Ability to communicate, read, write, and understand the English language

- We are looking for energetic, compassionate, and community-minded individuals who enjoy being active, building relationships, teaching life skills, and helping others participate fully in everyday experiences

As a DSP (Direct Support Professional) in Home and Community, you’ll offer individualized 1:1 support that promotes independence, builds daily living and social skills, and encourages active participation in everyday life, work, and the community.

What You’ll Do:

- Utilize your own reliable vehicle to support individuals during appointments, work, and community outings to promote full participation

- Support individuals in building independence and self-confidence by encouraging choice-making and everyday decision-making

- Staff assist participants in engaging in recreational, social, and life-enrichment activities such as volunteering, meal preparation, fitness activities, swimming, relationship building, and developing everyday life skills

- Assist in developing and carrying out individualized plans based on each person’s preferences, needs, and interests

- Teach and support daily living skills, including personal care, hygiene, cooking, and light housekeeping

- Use effective communication to build trusting relationships and support social and community connections

- Assist individuals in exploring employment interests and participating in work and community activities

Why UCP?

- Welcomes both entry level and experienced individuals.

- Paid training and certifications including; CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration.

- Opportunities for advancement through our Pathfinder Program or within our growing organization.

- Same day pay available through Tapcheck

- Comprehensive benefits may include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement with Company Match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and more!

- Eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness

- Inclusive culture that values feedback, individuality, and employee recognition

- Refer & earn $1,000!

Join Our Team!

Change lives. Including your own – Apply today.

UCP Central PA is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to [email protected] .

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