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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Direct Support Professional (SourceAmerica on behalf of our nonprofit network) - **Company:** SourceAmerica - **Location:** Milton, PA, United States - **Salary:** $33,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Software Applications, Computer Literacy - **Published:** July 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b1e9e9b27a2d9a6b ## About the Role · Acceptable results on all pre-employment testing, background checks, clearances, and renewal testing. · Comply with all physical demands of the job (with or without reasonable accommodation). · Lift and carry up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods of time. · High School Diploma or GED. · Possess basic computer skills & the ability to learn various computer applications · Effective written and verbal communication skills., * Are you able to travel to any other Avenues programs for work or training? * Are you able to work 7:15 AM - 3:15 PM? Education: * High school or equivalent (Required) Experience: * Direct Support : 1 year (Required) * working with individuals with disabilities: 2 years (Required) ## Description Do you live in the Pottsville, PA area? Imagine going to work every day knowing you are making someone's life better. As a Direct Support Specialist, you are more than a caregiver you are a coach, advocate, and a trusted companion. If you are ready to make a difference every day, please read on!, As a Direct Support Professional, you will provide personalized care and support to individuals with disabilities, helping them live independently, participate in their communities, and achieve personal goals., · Comply with all policies/procedures and represent Avenues in a professional, ethical, and positive manner · Always maintain appropriate confidentiality · Advocate for the well-being of those Avenues serves · Report any unsafe condition, accident, illness or suspected neglect/abuse immediately to supervisor or designee · Complete all required staff training hours annually as assigned · Perform other duties as assigned and work assigned hours/schedule · Will perform Safe Crisis Management techniques as trained · Work with varied individuals, within various ratios, as assigned by Site Supervisor or Lead Staff · Provide supervision and guidance to program participants and ensure all their needs are being met · Implement each program participant's plans/goals as written (such as an ISP, IPP, and/or Behavior Support Plan) · Plan and carry out meaningful group and individual activities, in person (or virtually, if directed by supervisor) · Encourage communication and give people a means to do so · Assist with activities of daily living and personal care, including toileting, bathing, feeding, hygiene, etc. · Complete all documentation/reports, as required or assigned, and ensure accuracy of the information provided · Promote inclusion of people with disabilities into the community · Provide input to the Activity Coordinator and/or Program Specialist regarding program activities and services · Participate as a member of team meetings, such as the interdisciplinary team, for program participants · Administer medications, as per DHS Medication Administration Guidelines * · Continuously be aware of, observe, and evaluate the needs, special situations, and physical/behavioral changes of participants and act accordingly * · Ensure the safety and wellbeing of program participants in the programs and while offsite on community outings* · Safely operate vehicles and implement community-based outings, daily or as assigned* · Transport participants, driving/using personal transport and/or agency vehicles, daily or as assigned* · Follow individual diets and always feeding protocols, and prepare or serve meals/snacks as required * · Travel to any other Avenues programs, for work or training, as assigned and/or as scheduled by supervisor *, If you're a Direct Support Professional seeking dependable work, a mission-driven environment, and the opportunity to keep assisting people with disabilities be their best, we encourage you to apply. ## Related Videos - [Tackling the Risks of AI - With AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1690-tackling-the-risks-of-ai-with-ai) - [Securing your application software supply-chain](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/468-securing-your-application-software-supply-chain) - [Coding for Good: Achieving social change with an app](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1645-coding-for-good-achieving-social-change-with-an-app) - [Hiring AI Native Talents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100268-hiring-ai-native-talents) ## Related Articles - [How to land a developer job in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/36-how-to-land-a-developer-job-in-amsterdam) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [Frontend Developer Salary in South Africa](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/234-frontend-developer-salary-in-south-africa) - [Software Developer Salary in South Africa](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/232-software-developer-salary-in-south-africa) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers)