Direct Support Professional Same Day Pay

NOW HIRING: ODP DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP)

$19/HOUR | 26 HOURS PER WEEK | MONDAY–THURSDAY

Location: Fountain Hill, PA 18015

Pay: $19 per hour

Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 9:00 AM–4:00 PM

Hours: 26 hours per week

Patient Supported: 25-year-old male

CareSphere is looking for a compassionate, dependable, and experienced Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide dedicated one-on-one support to a young adult with significant intellectual and developmental disabilities.

This is an opportunity for someone who is patient, attentive, and passionate about making a meaningful difference in another person's daily life. The right candidate will provide hands-on personal care, maintain a safe environment, and support the individual's daily routine, comfort, and overall well-being.

This is a specialized ODP assignment requiring someone who is comfortable with extensive personal care responsibilities and can consistently follow established safety and support procedures.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

• $19 per hour.

• Consistent Schedule.

• 26 hours per week.

• Weekly pay.

• Daily pay access options.

• Dedicated one-on-one assignment.

• Support and resources from the CareSphere team.

ABOUT THE INDIVIDUAL YOU'LL SUPPORT

The individual is a 25-year-old male with significant intellectual and developmental disabilities, severe global developmental delays, and complete blindness. He requires extensive hands-on assistance with personal care, daily living activities, mobility, and ongoing health and safety monitoring.

He has a history of seizure activity. Although he has not experienced a seizure in three years, his seizure disorder remains active and requires continued observation.

His family reports that he is stable with his current care routine. We are looking for someone who can provide consistent, attentive support while following his established care plan.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Personal Care & Daily Living

• Provide hands-on assistance with personal hygiene and daily care.

• Assist with brief changes every hour.

• Support daily routines and personal care needs.

• Assist with wheelchair positioning and safe transfers.

  Meal Preparation & Feeding Support

• Assist with meals and feeding routines.

• Follow the established feeding schedule of every three hours during the day.

• Allow at least 20 minutes for each meal.

• Maintain close, continuous supervision during meals due to choking risk and difficulty chewing properly.

Health & Safety Monitoring

• Monitor for potential seizure activity throughout the shift.

• Maintain a safe environment and follow all established safety precautions.

• Ensure the wheelchair is locked before and during transfers, as appropriate.

• Clean and sanitize patient care equipment daily.

• Immediately communicate any changes, concerns, or unusual observations to the individual's mother.

Communication & Individualized Support

• Always announce your presence and verbally describe movements, actions, and surroundings due to the individual's blindness.

• Follow the individual's established support plan and daily routine.

• Provide respectful, patient, and attentive one-on-one care.

IMPORTANT HOME ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants MUST be comfortable working in a home with dogs and a smoker.

There are two dogs in the home:

• Dog #1: Pitbull – Must remain isolated from the individual and DSP during support activities.

• Dog #2: German Shepherd – Must remain isolated from the individual and DSP during support activities.

Please note: Both dogs must be kept isolated throughout support activities. The individual's mother also smokes inside the home. Applicants must be comfortable working in this environment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous DSP experience strongly preferred.

• Experience with individuals with significant intellectual or developmental disabilities is a plus.

• Experience providing hands-on personal care, feeding assistance, and mobility support preferred.

• Patience, dependability, compassion, and strong attention to detail.

• Ability to follow detailed care instructions and safety protocols.

• Ability to communicate professionally with family members and the CareSphere team.

• Ability to complete required clearances, training, and electronic visit documentation.

WHY WORK WITH CARESPHERE?

At CareSphere, we believe the right support can make a meaningful difference in someone's life. We also believe our caregivers deserve to feel valued and supported.

Our employee benefits and perks include:

• $800 Sign-On Bonus – Ask about eligibility and payment details.

• Weekly Pay – With daily pay options to access earnings between paydays.

• Flexible Opportunities – Full-time and part-time assignments based on availability.

• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance – Available to eligible employees.

• Sphere Points Rewards Program – Earn exclusive employee perks.

• 10,000+ Brand Discounts – Access savings on everyday purchases.

• CareSphere Connect App – Convenient clock-in/out, pay tracking, and access to support.

READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

If you're dependable, compassionate, comfortable providing hands-on personal care, and looking for a consistent weekday DSP opportunity, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today to join the CareSphere team!

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