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What they do
A Home Health Aide helps individuals who are disabled, elderly, or chronically ill with daily tasks, such as dressing, washing, and light housekeeping. They can care for patients in their homes or other healthcare settings, and may perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require more comprehensive agency-approved training programs.
$34,421 / year median in Pennsylvania
+23% projected growth
Job Description
Location:
Allentown , PA 18103Date Posted:
09/01/2026Category:
Direct Care Services Education:
High School Diploma/GED Come create a colorful difference with Kaleidoscope Family Solutions!(KFS)! $15-$17 We are seeking dedicated and reliable Direct Support Professionals eager to make a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve. Contact us to learn more about current opportunities in your area, via a scheduled virtual meeting with a Recruiter from our team!DESCRIPTION OF CONTRACT OPPORTUNITY
Assist Individuals as they acquire and maintain skills to improve their daily-living, domestic, adaptive, and socialization skills. Engage in activities with Individuals to live more independently within the community and/or be more productive and participatory in community life Occasionally utilize Telehealth services to provide support to our individuals Maintain annual 24 hour training requirementsREQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Must be compassionate and willing to care for the well-being of others Minimum of a High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) Must be willing to complete given background checks Must have a valid Driver's License and existing insurance Must be willing and able to drive individuals in personal car throughout the community Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills Flexibility is preferred to allow more opportunity for individual assignmentsADVANTAGES
Compensation processed weekly Flexible work hours including evenings and weekends Personal and professional fulfillment in an impactful roleORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. provides community and home based services to persons with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Our team partners with family members and existing providers to create individualized goals allowing the team to help improve Individuals life experiences. Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. is an EEO employer.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Candidates applying to this role also usually have experience or interest in other roles including Direct Support Professional, DSPs, Care Givers, Aides, Home Health Aide, Mental Health Technicians, MHTs, Behavior Health Technicians, BHTs, and Youth Care Workers.Title:
Direct Care/Companion Class:
One-on-One Type:
INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR 1099
Ref. No.: 1197172-174BC:
#KFS201Company:
Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc.Contract Contact:
NEPA Careers Office Email:
NEPA@kfamilysolutions.orgOffice Phone:
267-295-0320Office Address:
5000 Tilghman Street #330, AllentownPA 18104
Each Kaleidoscope Family Solutions (KFS) office is separately incorporated. Registering on the Kaleidoscope web portal is not a guarantee that contracting opportunities will be available and/or located. Further steps are required to complete your registration with the appropriate legal Kaleidoscope (KFS) entity. Professionals contracting through KFS are classified and compensated as self-employed independent contractors.Benefits
- Flexible Work Schedules