Direct Support Professional- Day Program

Reference #: 3748399ApplyDirect Support Professional- Day ProgramPhiladelphia, PAu00a0 u00a0IDDApplyJob TypeFull-timeDescriptionLooking for a career that makes a real difference? If you're passionate about helping people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health challenges, or autism, COMHAR welcomes you to begin your journey with us.Full-Time Day Shifts Available In the Philadelphia, PA 19124 AreaRate: $17.00/HRCurrent ShiftsMonday - Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM with observed holidays off per COMHAR policy.Job SummaryCOMHAR is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join our team. The DSP provides direct services and residential support to individuals with intellectual, developmental, and/or behavioral health needs. This role plays a vital part in promoting each consumer's dignity, privacy, and independence while assisting with daily living activities, personal care, and community engagement.The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides compassionate, person-centered support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a day program setting. This role includes assisting with daily living activities, personal hygiene, household tasks, and community engagement while ensuring each individual's dignity, privacy, and safety.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide respectful, person-centered support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting.Assist with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, household tasks, and healthy routines.Support meal preparation, encourage proper nutrition, serve meals, and complete cleanup.Administer approved medications according to guidelines.Safely operate COMHAR vehicles to transport consumers as plete accurate and timely documentation for all assigned duties.Report any crises, unusual incidents, or concerns to the Site Manager immediately.Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, required training, and quality improvement activities.Maintain confidentiality of all consumer information and follow organizational policies.Provide crisis intervention using approved techniques and assist at other sites when cross trained.Employees are eligible for generous benefit options including but not limited to:Full-time and Part-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, and dental insurance, life and disability coverage, a 403(b) retirement plan, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistanceRequirementsRequired Qualifications and Experience:High School Diploma (or GED)Current PA Driver's License; satisfactory driving record; eligible to operate program vehicles.Six months of related experience in an IDD Residential facility or related environmentAble to maintain confidentiality and privacy of all consumer records and information.Able to acquire working knowledge of COMHAR policies and other applicable regulationsAttention to details to ensure safety for residents and for safely operating program vehiclesAble to work well with individuals with varying emotional and cognitive challenges .Able to successfully manage multiple tasks and priorities.Able to complete assignments in a timely manner while adhering to COMHAR procedures.About COMHAR:COMHAR is a nonprofit human-services organization dedicated to empowering individuals, families, and communities to live healthier, self-determined lives. Our mission is:

Created: 2026-01-13