Direct Support Professional with CNA experience

TERRAPIN HOUSE INC

Direct Support Professional with CNA experience

Lancaster, PA
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Are you compassionate, dependable, engaging, and looking for work that truly makes a difference? We are seeking a caring Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide one-on-one support to a young adult in their home and community. This is more than a caregiving job—you’ll help someone stay active, participate in the community, build connections, and develop greater independence while enjoying meaningful experiences throughout the day.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Provide respectful, person-centered assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs)

    Provide seizure awareness, monitoring, and response according to established protocols

    Stay actively engaged throughout the day—not simply completing care tasks

    Support community activities, errands, appointments, and social outings

    Encourage movement, wellness, independence, dignity, and choice

    Help build and strengthen community connections and natural supports

    Communicate appropriately with family regarding routines, health, activities, and needs

    Provide a safe, positive, and supportive environment

    SCHEDULE – PART-TIME

    Mondays: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

    Every Other Weekend: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

    Every Other Weekend: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM

    Additional hours may be available based on scheduling needs.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    CNA certification is a plus!

    Experience with seizure care preferred; training will be provided

    Experience with individuals with disabilities or in-home care preferred

    Valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle in good working condition required

    Comfortable driving to community activities and outings

    Dependable and able to commit to the agreed-upon schedule

    Compassionate, patient, professional, and comfortable providing hands-on support