Caregiver / Direct Support Professional: Day Program

We are hiring caring, professional Direct Support Professionals to join our Day Program team in East Stroudsburg, PA!

As a Direct Support Professional in one of our Life Day Programs, you will have the opportunity to provide personalized supports to adults with developmental disabilities/Autism who attend our Community Life Day Programs. Our quality-focused support staff work with the individuals’ goals and help those individuals maintain or increase their independence and live their best lives.

Work Schedule: Weekdays 8:00AM-4PM (full-time shifts set at program location)

Key Responsibilities:

• Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals will implement the Individual Support Plan (ISP) for every individual participant.
• Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals will record daily service note and other documentation as assigned by Program Specialist/ Team Lead.
• Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals will help ensure the highest quality of care to individuals in helping them meet their needs.
• Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals will establish a secure, positive environment that nurtures individual’s needs, self-expression, and goals (valued outcomes).
• Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals will help facilitate an individual’s inclusion in the community through experiences and activities.
• Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals will promote independence in daily activities, learning, leisure, and volunteer opportunities for individuals.

Requirements

Candidates must meet all qualifying and ongoing job criteria including background checks, physical examination results, and clearances.

A high school diploma or GED.

A valid driver's license, and access to a reliable vehicle during work hours.

A U.S. driver’s license for at least two years (not including time with a permit).

Must be listed as a driver on a valid auto insurance policy.

Ability to drive both your personal vehicle and a company-provided vehicle during work hours.

Benefits

Compensation:

Full-time: starts at $17/hour, with adjustments made for education and experience; plus competitive benefits package

Our full-time comprehensive benefits package includes:

● Health, vision, Rx, and dental insurance with options for HSA/FSA.
● Mileage reimbursement and paid travel time between worksites.
● Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
● Referral bonuses.
● 401k match.
● Tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, and college tuition discounts.
● 20 days paid off plus additional time with continued service. Paid holiday time. Catastrophic sick leave.
● Company paid Life Insurance as well as Long and Short-Term Disability.
● Ongoing professional development training.
● Discounts on various services. Perks with local credit unions.

Access Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.