Direct Support Professionals (DSP) / $18.00 / Personal Care Assistant - Caregiver / Altoona area
$14.00/h-$18.00/h
COMMUNITY RESOURCES FOR INDEPENDENCE, INC.a month ago
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Summary
Community Resources for Independence, Inc. is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) and Personal Care Assistants (PCA) to join their team in the Altoona area. The role involves providing support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as elderly clients, empowering them to live independently.
About the Role
As a Direct Support Professional or Personal Care Assistant, you will assist clients with daily living activities, including light housekeeping, meal preparation, and personal care tasks. You will also facilitate community integration and social engagement for clients, encouraging their independence and dignity. The position requires effective communication and empathy to build trusting relationships with those you support.
About You
Required:
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and current auto insurance.
- Ability to pass background checks and clearances.
- Availability to work every other weekend and holidays.
Preferred:
- Experience in caregiving or support roles.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Benefits
- Flexible schedules with a variety of shifts and locations.
- Paid initial and ongoing training.
- Coaching and mentoring support.
- Overtime pay and shift differentials.
- Bonuses for longevity and perfect attendance.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Voluntary Supplemental Insurance.
- Retirement benefits.
COMMUNITY RESOURCES FOR INDEPENDENCE, INC.
Community Resources for Independence, Inc. (CRI) is a home care agency providing services to people with physical disabilities, intellectual disabilities, and the elderly throughout Pennsylvania. CRI provides essential services to allow individuals to live healthy and happy lives in their own homes.
Altoona, PA