Community Based DSP
Arc Human Services · archumanservices.org
CanonsburgPart-time
The job in short
Direct support for people with disabilities.
Insurance
Details
- Found
- 21 d ago · posted 2026-02-25
- Location as listed
- Canonsburg, PA, USA
- Role
- Patient Care / Caregiver
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Job Details: Job Location: Canonsburg Office - Canonsburg, PA, Salary Range: $17.50 - $17.50Hourly, Arc Human Services is seeking a Community Based DSP to join our team! We have Full time several part-time positions available with varying schedules.
Are you looking for a meaningful job that provides a dynamic work environment, opportunity for advancement and the chance to MAKE A DIFFERENCE in the lives of others? Arc Human Services is a premier provider of intellectual and developmental disability and mental illness support. We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of those we serve since 1952.
Job Description:
This position reports to the Community Based Services Specialist and is responsible for providing comprehensive support to individuals in both home and community settings, including vocational and employment environments. The role focuses on promoting independence, community integration, and successful participation in competitive and small group employment settings.
The Community-Based Direct Support Professional supports individuals in developing daily living skills, social and communication abilities, and job readiness competencies. This includes assisting with personal care, facilitating community engagement, and providing hands-on job coaching, training, and employment support.
This position collaborates with interdisciplinary team members including family members, behavioral specialists, employers, and outside agencies to ensure individuals achieve their personal, social, and employment goals. Shifts vary based on individual and agency needs.
We offer:
• Excellent Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision and Supplemental Insurances
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Company paid life and disability insurances
• 401K Retirement Plans with 5% employer match
• Non-Profit employee discounts and eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
• Opportunity to work overtime and holiday bonuses.
Qualifications: Education & Experience
High School diploma or general education degree (GED) along with 1-year prior experience working with children or adults with an intellectual or developmental disability, including training in home / community based and / or vocational settings is required. Previous work experience in industry or rehabilitation is preferred i.e. any type of business including office work, manufacturing, restaurant work, grocery store work, etc.
Work experience may be volunteer work or internships
Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with program participants, families, staff, and employers
Certifications/Licenses and Registrations:
Must successfully complete and maintain all state and federal employment certifications such as the mandated Association of Community Rehabilitation Educators (ACRE) or Certified Employment Support Professional (CESP) within the first 6 months of employment
Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License with a clean driving record for the past three years and proof of automobile insurance. Child Abuse and Criminal Clearances, FBI check, completed physical with a T.B. Mantoux Test.
Arc Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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