Community Connections DSP — Build Relationships & Inclusion

Partners For Quality, Inc.; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurances

8 Paid Holidays

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Optional 401(k) with Employer match

Paid orientation and training

Free parking (select locations)

Job summary

Milestone Centers Inc. seeks a Direct Support Professional for the Community Connections Program at Garden City Senior Center in Monroeville. This full-time position (37.5 hours) includes mentoring, supervision, and community engagement for clients with disabilities.

Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00am–3:30pm, with a $17/hour rate. Responsibilities include documenting progress, coordinating opportunities, and supporting clients in daily activities, transportation, and safety.

Qualifications

• High school education required; experience in care roles preferred.
• Ability to lift and transfer clients safely.
• Experience with people with disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide opportunities for CCP clients to engage in new experiences.
• Support development of potential friendships and community engagement.
• Complete daily service notes, records, and reviews for accuracy.
• Provide supervised care and behavioral support per plans.
• Transport clients in agency vehicles as needed during program hours.

Skills

Role-modeling skills

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

8-passenger van driving

ODP regulations knowledge

Education

High school education

1 year experience with disabilities

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Milestone Centers Inc. seeks a Direct Support Professional for the Community Connections Program at Garden City Senior Center in Monroeville. This full-time position (37.5 hours) includes mentoring, supervision, and community engagement for clients with disabilities.

Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00am–3:30pm, with a $17/hour rate. Responsibilities include documenting progress, coordinating opportunities, and supporting clients in daily activities, transportation, and safety.