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Direct Support Professional

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.
Somerset, PA Part Time
POSTED ON 12/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/19/2026

Status: Part-Time Hourly                                                          FLSA classification: Non-Exempt

Summary of Position: 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.

Qualifications/Requirements: Minimum of a High School diploma or GED is required with at least 6 months experience with Autism. 

Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance coverage.

Benefits Available: 

  • Voluntary Dental
  • Voluntary Vision
  • UNUM Supplemental Benefits
  • 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Direct Deposit
  • Competitive Weekly Pay
  • Flexible Schedule

 

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

 

 

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