Direct Support Professional — Autism Life Skills

Job overview

The Direct Support Professional — Autism Life Skills role is an onsite, community-based position in Camp Hill, PA. Compensation is $20 per hour. Career Connections Recruiting partners with autism providers focused on helping individuals build meaningful, independent lives. The professional supports individuals in developing everyday independence, social and communication skills, and self-advocacy. The role contributes through hands-on daily living support, community participation, safe transportation, and progress documentation.

What you'll do

• Support independence in real-life environments
• lead and participate in community outings
• help develop social, communication, and relationship skills
• provide hands-on support with cooking, cleaning, and hygiene
• encourage decision-making and self-advocacy
• maintain a safe, structured environment
• document progress and services
• transport individuals to activities.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

direct support professional

autism life skills

camp hill pa

career connections recruiting

community-based support

day services

community integration

daily living skills

social and communication skills

$20/hour

transportation

autism support

developmental disabilities

valid driver's license

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Community-based day services rather than a clinic setting. A valid driver's license is required for community outings.

About the employer

Career Connections Recruiting is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.