Direct Support Professional: Day Program

We are hiring a dedicated and caring Direct Support Professional to join our Day Program team in Lehighton, PA! 

As a Direct Support Professional in our Day Program, you will have the opportunity to provide personalized support to adults with developmental disabilities/Autism who attend our day programs. Our quality-focused staff support individuals with intellectual disabilities in being active and valued members of the community by building skills, promoting wellbeing and personal growth in a supportive and collaborative environment.  

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:00PM (full-time shifts set at program location in Lehighton, PA) 

Essential Functions 

• Work shifts, as assigned by the Program Manager and Team Lead, with the highest degree of dependability. 

• Implement the Individual Support Plan (ISP), and Nursing Care Plan when applicable, for every individual participant. 

• Implement behavioral support plans and follow therapeutic or medical protocols as directed. 

• Support individuals with daily living activities, including personal care, meal preparation, housekeeping, and medication administration (as trained). 

• Promote independence in daily activities, learning, leisure, and volunteer opportunities for individuals. 

• Establish a secure, po