Enhanced Direct Support Professional
Listed on 2026-10-05
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Healthcare
ABA Therapy / Behavioral Therapy
We are seeking a dedicated Caregiver / Direct Support Professional in Pottstown, PA.
Employer:
One Well Health Care
Department:
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Services
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt (Hourly)
The Enhanced Direct Support Professional (Enhanced DSP) provides advanced, high-acuity direct support services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in compliance with Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) regulations and HCBS waiver requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES- Provide person-centered direct support aligned with each Individual Support Plan (ISP).
- Implement Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) and apply approved de-escalation techniques.
- Support individuals with complex medical, behavioral, or communication needs.
- Complete accurate service notes, EVV entries, and incident reports per ODP standards.
- Serve as a role model and support resource for DSP team members.
- High School Diploma or GED (minimum)
- Prior IDD direct support experience
- Ability to pass all ODP-required background checks
- NADD Competency-Based Clinical Certification
- NADD Competency-Based Dual Diagnosis Certification
- NADD Competency-Based Direct Support Professional Certification
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Registered Nurse Aide (RNA)
- Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA)
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher in:
- Psychology
- Education or Special Education
- Counseling
- Social Work
- Gerontology
- Therapeutic Recreation
- Advanced Positive Behavior Support
- Crisis Prevention / Intervention (CPI or equivalent)
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Health Risk Management (HRM)
- ODP Incident Management & Abuse Prevention
Enhanced DSP rates apply only to hours worked while performing enhanced duties, as specifically listed in the offer letter. All non-enhanced hours will be compensated at the standard DSP rate in accordance with FLSA blended-rate requirements.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYEROne Well Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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