Direct Support Professional

KenCrest

Direct Support Professional supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Western Montgomery County by providing care, coaching, and community involvement. Promoting personal goals and independent living skills through daily support.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timePottstown • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $16 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a caregiver and life coach to promote independence
Assist with daily living activities such as personal care, meals, medication administration, social outings, and shopping
Support individuals with communication and self-expression
Complete general housekeeping tasks and meal preparation
Help individuals work toward their personal goals and participate in community activities
Complete required documentation such as incident reports, behavioral data, seizure charts, and medical visit forms

Requirements

What you’ll need

Valid and Current driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record (2 year's dirving experience required)
Ability to pass background checks and drug screening per state requirements
Ability to understand, speak, read, and follow instructions in English
Strong communication skills
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
High School Diploma or GED (preferred)
One (1) year of experience supporting individuals with autism and/or intellectual disabilities (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid Mandatory Orientation (Required for All DSPs)

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Hard Skills & Tools

Daily Living AssistanceMedication AdministrationMeal PreparationHousekeeping TasksBehavioral Data DocumentationIncident Report CompletionSeizure Chart Documentation

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationEmpathyProblem-Solving