Direct Support Professional (Part-Time)

Part-Time Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Location / Hours : Tuesdays 8 : 30 am - 1 pm in Washington Crossing, Wednesdays & Fridays 10 am - 3 pm in Ambler

Looking for a job where you can make a difference every day? Are you interested in promoting independence and well-being for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities by providing much-needed support with everyday activities and integration into the community? As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Potential Inc. , you will be at the forefront of our mission to make a lasting difference in the lives of individuals with Autism, fostering a positive relationship with your client in a safe environment.

Job Responsibilities

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) at Potential Inc. help adults with Autism or intellectual / developmental disabilities to reach their full potential by teaching communication skills, assisting with activities of daily living, reducing behaviors that interfere with quality of life, promoting independence, and integrating clients into their community. DSPs provide specialized attention to clients, working with one client at a time. Each individual has a unique plan created to meet their specific needs and goals. Services take place in private homes and the community, not in a group home or residential care facility.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Able to drive your client in your personal vehicle

Must have an active driver's license and proof of active car insurance, registration, and inspection

Washington Crossing : Tuesdays 8 : 30 am - 1 pm

Basic proficiency with technology required

Benefits

About Potential Inc.

Potential is a non-profit organization made up of a tight-knit team of professionals who are driven by an enduring desire to make meaningful changes in our clients' lives. At the core of all we do is the deep belief that every individual with Autism has the potential to live a fulfilling life. Achieving that goal doesn't happen easily or overnight. Helping children and adults with Autism gain the skills they need to learn and succeed requires dedication, evidence-based treatments, and a committed support network.

Potential believes that all people are entitled to equal employment opportunities. We follow state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination in hiring and employment.

Potential Inc. does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual preference or orientation, gender, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, marital status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.