Direct Support Professional
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.Pennsylvania, United States
Posted January 19, 2024
Part Time
About the Company
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is a national nonprofit that partners globally to deliver community‑based alternatives to youth incarceration and child welfare placements. With a family‑centered approach, YAP provides services across juvenile justice, child welfare, autism, developmental disabilities, adult re‑entry, and violence interruption. The organization distinguishes itself through a commitment to equity and inclusion, ensuring all employment and program decisions are made without discrimination. YAP’s high‑impact model empowers at‑risk youth and families by offering supportive, non‑institutional pathways that promote long‑term stability and well‑being.
Job Description
Hourly, part-time position providing direct face to face service to adults with developmental disabilities throughout Somerset County. Services provided in the home and community settings to protect the health and welfare to assist individual in acquiring, maintaining and improving self-help, domestic, socialization and adaptive skills.
Requirements
- Minimum of a High School diploma or GED
- At least 6 months experience with Autism
- Reliable transportation
- Valid driver's license
- Current auto insurance coverage
Benefits
- Voluntary Dental
- Voluntary Vision
- UNUM Supplemental Benefits
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Direct Deposit
- Competitive Weekly Pay
- Flexible Schedule
