Weekend DSP/Life Skills Support
TERRAPIN HOUSE INC
Location
Lower Paxton Township, Pennsylvania
Salary
$22 / HOUR
Quick overview
Provide supportive companionship and guidance to an individual during weekend activities and community outings. Assist in building daily living, social, and coping skills through coaching and positive support strategies.
Requirements summary
Seeking a compassionate and dependable professional with strong emotional regulation and communication skills. Experience in DSP work, behavioral support, or human services is preferred.
Job description
Benefits
Flexible schedule Weekend DSP / Life Skills Support Professional We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and emotionally grounded Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide weekend support for an individual in their home and community. This role is ideal for someone who values relationship-building, encouragement, and helping others grow in independence and confidence.
The right candidate is calm under pressure, patient, respectful, and able to provide supportive coaching while maintaining clear boundaries and positive communication.
What We’re Looking For We are specifically seeking someone who demonstrates
Patience and emotional regulation Clear, adaptive communication skills Empathy and compassion Respectful and person-centered support Knowledge of positive support strategies Teaching, mentoring, and coaching abilities Ability to remain calm and supportive during challenging moments Reliability and professionalism
Responsibilities
Provide supportive companionship and guidance during weekend activities Assist with community engagement and recreational outings Support independence, decision-making, and personal growth Use positive support strategies and encouraging communication Help build daily living, social, and coping skills through coaching and modeling Maintain documentation and communicate appropriately with the support team The ideal candidate may have experience in: Direct Support Professional (DSP) work Behavioral or emotional support Life coaching or mentoring Autism or intellectual/developmental disability support Education, psychology, human services, or caregiving Schedule Weekend hours available. Reliability and consistency are important.
This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference while building a genuine, supportive connection with someone who benefits from patient, encouraging, and empowering support.
If you are someone who leads with empathy, communicates clearly, and enjoys helping others succeed, we would love to hear from you.
Benefits
- Flexible schedule