Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Behavioral Support Focus

We all have a story; let us be part of yours!- Eminence Home Care is a dynamic organization dedicated to supporting diverse populations across a wide spectrum of care services. As a trusted provider of unlicensed home and community-based services under Pennsylvania’s Office of Developmental Programs (ODP), we specialize in empowering adults aged 21+ with intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, and autism. Our approach is rooted in dignity and inclusion. Individuals are in need of 1:1 support designed to foster independence, build meaningful connections, and promote full participation in their community on a medical, physical, emotional and intellectual level. At Eminence, we don’t just provide services—we walk alongside individuals as they live empowered, self-directed lives. Responsibilities · Deliver 1:1 support aligned with each individual’s goals and ISP · Transport individual in community · Implement and document with guidance from the behavior support plans (BSPs) in collaboration with the supervising staff · Use proactive, trauma-informed strategies to de-escalate challenging behaviors · Provide supports to individuals such as personal care of various levels, modeling skills, financial management, social skills, de-escalation of minor behaviors, ensure understanding of communications, community integration, ensure safety and health, ect., · DSP will have access to perform the following services for individuals based on cased assignment: home/community supports, companionship, respite care, homemaking, chores, behavior plan implementation, communication support, volunteer support, and communication strategies · Reinforce targeted outcomes through instruction, transfer, and engagement · Document services and outcomes accurately using the EVV app (must use app for documenting) · Maintain professional conduct and timely communication with supervisors and families involved in care · Respond promptly to updates in treatment plans or goals from the care team · Report changes in participant needs or concerns to the supervisor · Attend required trainings · Participate in team meetings related to assigned individuals · Demonstrate reliability and punctuality for all scheduled shifts · Requirements · High school diploma or GED preferred · Ability to pass background checks and complete ODP training · Strong communication and problem-solving skills · Have a functional smart phone to access the EVV app for documentation · Current Driver’s License, insurance and registered vehicle for use · Good organizational and communication skills. · Proof of eligibility to work in the United States, if applicable. Preferred Skills · Experience with IDD & Autism diagnosis · Familiarity with ODP waiver services (Companion, In-Home & Community Support, CPS) · Trauma-informed and person-centered care · Knowledge of positive behavior supports and crisis intervention techniques · Ability to remain calm and responsive in high-stress situations Preferred Skills · Experience with IDD & Autism diagnosis · Familiarity with ODP waiver services (Companion, In-Home & Community Support, CPS) · Trauma-informed and person-centered care · Knowledge of positive behavior supports and crisis intervention techniques · Ability to remain calm and responsive in high-stress situations Benefits Medical Vision Dental PTO Mileage Reimbursement Training Stipend Working Advantage Discounts