
RESIDENTIAL SPECIALIST
Required skills
- Direct Support Professional
- DSP
- Residential Specialist
- Intellectual Disabilities
- Developmental Disabilities
- Driver's License
- Person-Centered Care
- Life Skills Development
- Direct Care
- Support
Nice to have
- High School Diploma
- GED
- NADSP
Role summary
Supportive Concepts for Families is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) for full-time Residential Specialist roles in the Lehigh Valley. This position offers paid training, daily pay options, and a sign-on bonus. The role involves providing direct care and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting, assisting with personal care, daily living skills, community participation, and emotional support. No prior experience is required, as comprehensive paid training is provided. The ideal candidate is compassionate, dependable, patient, and interested in a meaningful career in human services.
❤️ Be the Reason Someone Has a Better Day
Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Residential Specialist
Full-Time | Paid Training | DailyPay Available | Immediate Openings in the Lehigh Valley Area
up to $2,000 Sign On Bonus for Full-Time
Looking for More Than Just a Job?
At Supportive Concepts for Families, we're not just hiring employees we're building a team of compassionate professionals who believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and independent life.
Whether you're beginning your career, changing professions, or looking for work with purpose, we'll provide the training, support, and opportunities you need to succeed while making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
No experience required. Paid training provided. Immediate openings available.
For more than 25 years, Supportive Concepts for Families has been empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live meaningful, independent, and fulfilling lives.
We provide residential and community-based services that help individuals achieve their goals while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice. Every day, our employees make a lasting impact by helping the people we support build confidence, develop life skills, and engage in their communities.
At Supportive Concepts for Families, our team members are more than employees—they are advocates, mentors, and difference-makers.
When you join our team, you become part of an organization that values compassion, teamwork, growth, and the belief that every person deserves the opportunity to thrive.
Why Join Our Team?
💰 Competitive Pay & Outstanding Benefits
- DailyPay – access your earned wages before payday
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Programs
- Employee Referral Bonuses
🎓 Paid Training & Career Growth
- No experience required
- Earn while you learn
- Comprehensive paid training program
- DSP Certification opportunities through NADSP
- Career advancement opportunities throughout the organization
- Leadership development and professional growth
❤️ Meaningful Work That Matters
- Build relationships that change lives
- Help individuals achieve personal goals
- Support independence and self-confidence
- Make a positive impact every day
- Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to serving others
What You'll Do
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will provide direct care and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting.
Your responsibilities may include:
- Assisting with personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and hygiene
- Preparing meals and assisting with feeding when necessary
- Supporting daily living skills and independence
- Helping individuals participate in community activities, appointments, and social events
- Providing companionship, encouragement, and emotional support
- Maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming home environment
- Following individualized support plans and goals
- Promoting dignity, respect, and person-centered care
Every day brings new opportunities to help someone learn, grow, and succeed.
Who We're Looking For
You may be a great fit if you are:
✔ Compassionate and caring
✔ Dependable and responsible
✔ Patient and positive
✔ Looking for meaningful work
✔ Interested in healthcare, human services, psychology, education, nursing, social work, or caregiving
✔ Ready to make a difference in the lives of others
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Valid Driver's License required
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to provide hands-on support and physical assistance when needed
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
🌟 Start a Career with Purpose
Some jobs pay the bills.
This job changes lives.
If you're looking for a career where your compassion, dedication, and hard work make a real difference every day, we invite you to join the Supportive Concepts for Families team.
Apply Today and Become the Reason Someone Has a Better Day.
Supportive Concepts for Families is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.
"Creating a Better Tomorrow... Today"
Apis Services, Inc., Inperium Inc. and affiliate’s provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.
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