Direct Service Worker, Adult Day Program

Job overview

The Direct Service Worker role is onsite at St. Joseph Center for Special Learning in Schuylkill Haven, PA. Compensation is not specified. The position supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a licensed day program. The worker provides hands-on assistance and supervision that helps participants build life skills and independence in a safe, structured setting. The role contributes to participant well-being through daily living support, individualized service plans, activities, documentation, and teamwork.

What you'll do

• Provide direct care and support
• assist with daily living activities and personal care as needed
• implement individualized service plans and goals
• facilitate recreational, social, and skill-building activities
• maintain a safe and structured environment
• assist with lifting and transfers
• maintain documentation
• collaborate with team members
• attend required training and meetings.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

direct service worker

adult day program

disability support

intellectual disabilities

developmental disabilities

daily living support

life skills

schuylkill haven pa

st. joseph center for special learning

monday–friday

7:30 am–3:00 pm

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The stated schedule is 40 hours per week, 7:30 AM–3:00 PM, Monday through Friday. A high school diploma or GED is required.

About the employer

Diocese of Allentown is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.