Posted August 01, 2026
Direct Support Professional with CNA experience - Part time
TERRAPIN HOUSE INC
Lancaster, PA, US
Full Time
19USD - 23USD per hour
Job Description
Job Description
Are you compassionate, dependable, engaging, and looking for work that truly makes a difference? We are seeking a caring Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide one-on-one support to a young adult in their home and community. This is more than a caregiving job—you’ll help someone stay active, participate in the community, build connections, and develop greater independence while enjoying meaningful experiences throughout the day.
RESPONSIBILITIES
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide respectful, person-centered assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Provide seizure awareness, monitoring, and response according to established protocols
- Stay actively engaged throughout the day—not simply completing care tasks
- Support community activities, errands, appointments, and social outings
- Encourage movement, wellness, independence, dignity, and choice
- Help build and strengthen community connections and natural supports
- Communicate appropriately with family regarding routines, health, activities, and needs
- Provide a safe, positive, and supportive environment
- Mondays: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Every Other Weekend: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Every Other Weekend: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
- Additional hours may be available based on scheduling needs.
- CNA certification is a plus!
- Experience with seizure care preferred; training can be provided
- Experience with individuals with disabilities or in-home care preferred
- Valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle in good working condition required
- Comfortable driving to community activities and outings
- Dependable and able to commit to the agreed-upon schedule
- Compassionate, patient, professional, and comfortable providing hands-on support
