UCP Central PA

Habilitation Specialist, Home and Community

UCP Central PA  •  $17.75/hr  •  Camp Hill, PA (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

  • Current Open Schedules:
    • Part-time 20+ - Varied hours between Monday - Friday 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm, occasional weekends as needed (3123)
    • Part-time <20 - Varied hours between Monday - Friday 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm, occasional weekends as needed (3141)
  • Location: Camp Hill
  • Pay: $17.75 per hour

What We’re Looking For:

  • 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

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:

  • Provide transportation and 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
  • 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 jobs@ucpcentralpa.org

UCP Central PA

About UCP Central PA

UCP Central PA has been creating opportunities for people of all ages with all types of disabilities for nearly seventy years.

Today our nearly 1,500 employees deliver on our mission as we empower 1,500 people with diverse abilities each year to live a meaningful life through innovative support and services. We are planting seeds daily until we achieve our vision of a community that embrace’s every individuals’ abilities.

We encourage a life without limits for people who are born with a disability, acquire a disability through illness, accident or injury, or are aging into a disability through our comprehensive service offerings.

• We offer children who are experiencing delays in meeting developmental milestones various therapies to help them reach their full potential

• We deliver a broad system of support for the entire family including grandparents and siblings

• We provide the support, resources, and access that helps people secure, maintain, and succeed at competitive, meaningful employment

• We help people lead more independent, full, and engaging lives while volunteering, working, shopping, or participating in recreational opportunities

• We are building strong community connections by matching each person’s strengths, preferences, and abilities with available local opportunities

• We provide a place to call home, and a nurturing and supportive family environment rich with life experiences for people

• We provide the opportunity for people to manage their own supports and services

• We restore and refurbish home medical equipment and assistive technology devices and redistribute to the community free of charge

• We make everyday living easier, and otherwise impossible tasks possible for people

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Camp Hill, PA
Year Founded
1953
Website
ucpcentralpa.org
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