Group Home Direct Support Professional

We are currently seeking creative and caring Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to join our group home teams. We have full-time, part-time, and as needed positions available in Allentown and Bethlehem, PA.

As a Direct Support Professional, you will have the opportunity to provide supports to adults with developmental disabilities/Autism who live in our Lehigh Valley group homes. Our person-centered staff work with the individuals’ personal goals and help those individuals maintain or increase their level of independence and live their best lives.

The role is an excellent opportunity for someone to begin a new career in the human services field. At Access Services, you will work alongside staff who truly care about each other and the people they serve!

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist individuals with developmental intellectual disabilities by providing creative support through a variety of tasks, activities and/or community engagement.
• Provide direct services to individuals in their homes and in the community.
• Provide personal care to individuals.
• Provide the highest quality of care to individuals in helping them meet their needs.

Requirements

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

• A high school diploma or GED. 
• One year of experience as a direct support professionals is preferred, but not required. Access Services provides paid training.
• 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. 
  

Schedule:

Currently, 2nd and 3rd shifts are available during the week and weekend:

• 3pm to 11pm
• 11pm to 7am
• All staff are required to work four weekend shifts per month.

Let’s discuss a schedule that works for YOU!

Benefits

Compensation:

The base rate for this position starts at $17.50/hour with increases (differential rates) for certain shifts.

Currently, the differential rates are:

-Monday-Friday $1 extra per hour for the 11PM-7AM shift

-Saturday-Sunday $1 extra per hour for the 3PM-11PM and 11PM-7AM shifts

Differential rates are available for overnight shifts based on fluctuating needs. The differential rate can be discussed at the interview.

All employees receive the following benefits:

• Mileage Reimbursement, paid travel time between worksites
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Referral Bonuses
• Ongoing Training

• Discounts on various services, perks with local Credit Unions, college tuition discounts

If working 20 hours or more, benefits also include:

• Paid Time Off, Tuition reimbursement, 401k match.

If working 30+ hours per week, benefits also include:

• Health, Vision, Rx, & Dental insurances
• 401k match, Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Assistance
• 20 Days Paid Time Off plus additional time with continued service. Paid Holiday Time. Catastrophic Sick Leave (CSL)
• Company Paid Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability

Access Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.