Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Homewatch CareGivers of Central Bucks County

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Horsham, PA
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Competitive salary

    Flexible schedule

    Paid time off

    Signing bonus

    *Direct Support Professionals don’t change people but offer them a safe place to thrive independently. *

    Job Description

    Homewatch Caregivers® is a non-medical, in-home care agency. We provide unique care to adults of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities in the comfort and safety of their preferred residence. We are currently seeking kind, compassionate, and experienced individuals to assist us in caring for our clients with intellectual disabilities. Such clients’ specific needs will vary depending on their exact diagnosis and preferences.

    Those with intellectual disabilities may struggle to recognize and/or express their needs and emotions, causing them to become agitated. An empathetic, patient individual with an open mind and strong communication skills would be an ideal fit for this population.

    CLIENTS/SHIFTS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

    Responsibilities/Job Duties

    • Supervise and assist clients in safely preparing meals and ensuring proper nutrition.

    • Accompany clients on community outings, appointments, and social engagements.

    • Interact and engage with clients through conversation, games, and emotional support.

    • Make appropriate accommodations to promote autonomy and increase independence.

    • Help clients identify and achieve various goals in order to foster independence.

    Benefits of Homewatch Caregivers®

    • Choose your own schedule

    • Accrued PTO/Holiday Pay

    • Multiple Bonus Opportunities

    • Mileage Reimbursement for Qualified Drivers

    • Biweekly Competitive Pay

    Required to Apply

    • Must have reliable transportation

    • Experience with disabilities preferred

    • Must have a current Tuberculosis (PPD) Test

    ** 2-Step Skin Injection/Chest X-ray/Quantiferon Blood Work **

    We are here to heal and to love. Call (267) 500-1800 to speak with our recruiter on the phone or apply online today toschedule an interview.

    This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Homewatch Caregivers Corporate.