Job Description

Direct Support Professional - Home & Community Habilitation

About Galeron Consulting Agency

Galeron Consulting Agency | ODP Waiver Services | Southeastern Pennsylvania

Galeron Consulting Agency is a licensed Pennsylvania provider delivering Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) waiver services across Philadelphia, Bucks, Montgomery, Chester, and Delaware Counties.

We specialize in outcomes-driven habilitation services that help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities build real-life skills, increase independence, and make measurable progress toward their Individual Support Plan (ISP) goals.

This is not entry-level companion care. Our Home & Community Habilitation services are clinical, structured, and documentation-driven.

Position Overview

The Direct Support Professional - Home & Community Habilitation (510) works directly with participants to teach, coach, prompt, reinforce, and document skill development in home and community settings. DSPs in this role are responsible for implementing ISP goals, tracking progress, and demonstrating outcomes that withstand supervisory and audit review.

This role is ideal for experienced DSPs and human-services professionals who understand the difference between habilitative skill-building and basic assistance.

Key Responsibilities

Implement ISP goals using approved habilitation strategies Teach and reinforce independent living, social, adaptive, and community skills Apply prompting hierarchies and fade supports appropriately Support community integration and functional skill practice Collect data and complete daily progress notes tied to ISP outcomes Document measurable progress (or barriers) in a clear, defensible manner Communicate professionally with supervisors, supports coordinators, and care teams Maintain compliance with ODP regulations, agency policies, and audit standards
Required Qualifications

Applicants must meet at least one of the following:

Prior experience as a DSP providing ODP or habilitation services Demonstrated ability to teach skills (not just assist) Comfort with documentation, data collection, and progress notes Ability to follow ISP goals and accept ongoing supervision Reliable transportation and ability to work in community settings Clear background checks and eligibility to work in ODP services
Preferred / Strongly Valued Credentials

CNA, RBT, or NADD certification Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Education, Social Work, Human Services, or related field Behavioral support or skill-acquisition experience Familiarity with ODP waivers, ISP implementation, or enhanced services
Pay Range

$20.00 - $27.00 per hour, based on:

Experience level Certifications and education Scope of habilitation responsibilities Assignment complexity (Enhanced vs. standard cases)
This position pays above standard DSP rates due to its clinical, documentation-driven expectations.Training & Supervision

ISP interpretation and implementation training Habilitation vs. assistance (critical distinction) Skill acquisition and prompting strategies Documentation standards and audit readiness Ongoing supervision, coaching, and performance feedback
Important Role Clarification

This position is NOT:

Babysitting or passive supervision Companion-only support A "sit and watch" role
This role IS:

Teaching-focused Progress-driven Accountable for outcomes
Only applicants comfortable with professional expectations, documentation, and skill-building should apply.

Why Join Galeron

Structured supervision model (not chaotic staffing) Clear expectations and growth opportunities Stable ODP cases with defined goals Agency leadership that understands compliance and provider protection
Apply today to join a team that values skill-building, accountability, and real outcomes--not just coverage.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $20.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person