Direct Support Professional

Be seen. Be heard. Be valued!?

Work for a company that cares about their people, where you can have fun at work every day with some pretty awesome people!

If you're looking for a new adventure that will have a lasting impact on yourself and others, THIS JOB IS FOR YOU!? At CNTA, we believe everyone must live their best life, and when you join our team, you will have a strong sense of purpose and belonging. We promise you will learn and be rewarded daily as you help to make a positive difference in someone’s life! Our Residential DSPs' main goal is to provide high quality, professional, competent, and compassionate caregiving to adults diagnosed with intellectual/developmental disabilities.

Residential DSP Benefits:

• Paid training
• Generous PTO plans accumulating on day 1
• Paid holidays?
• Stability to work for a company that makes people their priority?in an engaging and rewarding work environment?
• Career advancement, unlimited educational opportunities, and nationally recognized DSP certification?
• Insurance benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident insurance, short-term disability, and 401K with immediate vesting and company-match. Some benefits are available to employees averaging 20 hours/week.
• Numerous employee perks. ??
• Culture of Gratitude?
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)?
• Personalized job development

Residential DSP Responsibilities:

• Provide direct care and support to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities in a variety of settings such as residential homes, doctor offices, and in our local community.
• Mentor our individuals to live active, safe, and fulfilling lives.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, cooking, etc.
• Implement behavior management techniques to promote positive behaviors and reduce challenging behaviors.
• Support our individuals in maintaining a clean and healthy living environment.
• Assist with medication management and administration as required.
• Provide companionship and engage in meaningful activities with individuals in the residential homes and the local community.
• Document the individuals' daily life activities and report any changes in behavior or health status.?

Residential DSP Skills and Requirements:

• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with individuals, their families, and their healthcare professionals.
• Compassionate and patient demeanor to provide emotional support to individuals.
• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid, current PA driver’s license and successfully complete a driving history record check.?
• Successfully complete a pre-employment physical and drug screen and criminal background check.
• Reliable transportation to travel between Johnstown and Somerset. You must be able to get to/from residential group homes which at times do not have a direct bus route or nearby bus stop.
• We are open to creative, flexible scheduling in return for loyal employees! ?????(Full-time, part-time, block scheduling, and casual schedules)

ABOUT CNTA

At Croyle-Nielsen Therapeutic Associates we are a team of fun loving, caring, motivated, kind, and compassionate professionals providing life altering support services for our clients, empowering them to live great lives. This is NOT your typical personal care job! While we sometimes help our clients with personal grooming if needed, we are more like your favorite teacher, best coach, community mentor, greatest supporter, and favorite aunt/uncle, all rolled into one! Through our work, we empower our employees and provide all the resources for you to assist our clients to live full, healthy, fun, and balanced lives, all while making sure they are safe and cared for.?

CNTA’s culture is built on a strong foundation of purpose, where every team member contributes to something greater than themselves. We believe that operating a healthy company is about serving the needs of our clients, providing a great experience for our employees, and making a positive impact on people’s lives within the communities we serve each and every day!??Compassion and empathy run deep in our veins, fostering a supportive environment where you are empowered to be solution-focused. Our leadership is defined by integrity and innovation, inspiring you to thrive in your role. We practice gratitude daily, appreciating the small wins that fuel our growth. Together, we are a powerhouse of teamwork, leveraging each other’s strengths to achieve greatness.?