Direct Support Professional - Day Program

Description

Be seen. Be heard. Be valued!  Work for a company that cares about their people, where you can have fun at work every day with some pretty awesome people!

If you're looking for a new adventure that will have a lasting impact on yourself and others, THIS JOB IS FOR YOU!   Join us as we open a brand new adult day program in Somerset, PA. An Adult Day Program is a program for adults diagnosed with an intellectual/developmental disability that is built around the individual, what they love, what they’re great at, helps them build new skills and takes them out into the community. 

At CNTA, we believe everyone must live their best life, and when you join our team, you will have a strong sense of purpose and belonging. We promise you will learn and be rewarded daily as you help to make a positive difference in someone’s life! Our DSPs' main goal is to provide high quality, professional, competent, and compassionate service delivery to adults diagnosed with intellectual/developmental disabilities. 

 Day Program DSP Benefits:

• Paid training
• Generous PTO plans accumulating on day 1
• Paid holidays 
• Stability to work for a company that makes people their priority in an engaging and rewarding work environment 
• Career advancement, unlimited educational opportunities, and nationally recognized DSP certification 
• Insurance benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident insurance, short-term disability, and 401K with immediate vesting and company-match. Some benefits are available to employees averaging 20+ hours/week.
• Numerous employee perks.   
• Culture of Gratitude 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Personalized job development

Day Program DSP Responsibilities:

1. Create opportunities for individuals to participate in group activities within the day program facility as well as within the local community. 
2. Assist individuals with being involved in new experiences giving them the potential to develop and foster relationships and contribute to their community.
3. Help the individuals with developing social skills in the community and building inclusion within their local community.
4. Aid the individuals in exploring personal interests by participating in community opportunities related to the development of hobbies, leisure interests, cultural interests, or personal health and wellness.
5. Plan activities for the individual which are based on the individual’s strengths and preferences and support them to live a full, meaningful community-based life.
6. Transport a group of individuals throughout the local community to the activities using company vehicles.
7. Maintain the cleanliness of the day program and company vehicle to offer individuals the utmost comfortable experience.
8. Complete daily documentation on all individuals’ daily interactions.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with individuals, their families/guardians, and their other team of support leaders.
• Compassionate and patient demeanor to provide emotional support to individuals.
• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid, current PA driver’s license and successfully complete a driving history record check. 
• Successfully complete a pre-employment physical and drug screen and criminal background check.
• Reliable transportation to travel to Somerset with the possibility of traveling to future day programs in other locations. 
• We are open to full-time and part-time schedules. The day program will typically operate Monday-Friday.

ABOUT CNTA

At Croyle-Nielsen Therapeutic Associates we are a team of fun loving, caring, motivated, kind, and compassionate professionals providing life altering support services for our clients, empowering them to live great lives. This is NOT your typical personal care job! While we sometimes help our clients with personal grooming if needed, we are more like your favorite teacher, best coach, community mentor, greatest supporter, and favorite aunt/uncle, all rolled into one! Through our work, we empower our employees and provide all the resources for you to assist our clients to live full, healthy, fun, and balanced lives, all while making sure they are safe and cared for. 

CNTA’s culture is built on a strong foundation of purpose, where every team member contributes to something greater than themselves. We believe that operating a healthy company is about serving the needs of our clients, providing a great experience for our employees, and making a positive impact on people’s lives within the communities we serve each and every day!??Compassion and empathy run deep in our veins, fostering a supportive environment where you are empowered to be solution-focused. Our leadership is defined by integrity and innovation, inspiring you to thrive in your role. We practice gratitude daily, appreciating the small wins that fuel our growth. Together, we are a powerhouse of teamwork, leveraging each other’s strengths to achieve greatness.  Croyle-Nielsen Therapeutic Associates Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.