Direct Support & Job Coach (FT) - Empower Lives

Partners For Quality, Inc.; Robinson Township (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

401(k) with Employer match

Paid holidays

Job summary

Citizen Care Inc., a subsidiary of Partners For Quality Inc., is seeking a Direct Support Professional - Job Coach for Robinson Township to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role under the Site Manager helps clients realize personal goals, refine vocational and social skills, and engage in community life.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, a valid PA/OH/WV driver's license, and at least two years in human services with a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years experience in Human Services preferred.
• Valid driver's license in PA, OH or WV.
• Flexible schedule and ability to work independently.
• Ability to lift and transfer without restriction.

Responsibilities

• Assist people to achieve personal outcomes and goals.
• Support health, dietary needs and personal care.
• Foster community participation and social skills.
• Document all required plans, forms and time sheets.
• Provide safe, healthy operations and professional interactions.

Job description

Overview

ORGANIZATION: Citizen Care Inc.
DEPARTMENT: Community & Employment Supports
POSITION: Direct Support Professional - Job Coach - Crews
STATUS: Full-Time; 40 hours / week
SCHEDULE:
LOCATION: Robinson Township

Citizen Care Inc., a subsidiary of Partners For Quality Inc., provides residential, day program, habilitation, supported employment opportunities and behavioral support services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We are a non-profit organization, accredited by the Council on Quality & Leadership. Citizen Care has locations throughout the West Hills and South Hills of Allegheny County.

Responsibilities

Responsible to the Site Manager for providing supports and services to people with intellectual disabilities by:

• Assisting people to achieve/realize personal outcomes/personal goals
• Assisting people with basic personal care needs
• Assisting people with their health and dietary needs
• Assisting people to experience community life
• Assisting people in refining their vocational and social skills
• Assisting people with safety and security
• Accurate paperwork and record keeping, including but not limited to completion of all components of each individual’s Plan for Services and Supports, as well as all contract forms/time sheets
• Assisting with medical concerns
• Interacting positively with people at all times
• Interacting professionally with the general public/business contacts
• Assisting in the overall operations of the facility by providing a safe, healthy, and productiveenvironment that nurtures success and fosters a rewarding experience for all people receiving services and employees
• Personal/Professional development including attending mandatory meetings and in-services as scheduled by the Site Manager
• Other related duties as required

Cash Incentives

Employees have the opportunity to earn additional money through various incentive programs:

• Up to $2,500 Employee Referral (for successfully referring someone to Full Time employment)

BENEFITS

• Full Time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurances
• $1,200 cash payout option in lieu of Health Insurance coverage
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 16 to 26 Paid Days Off / year
• Wellness Days (2 per year)
• Sick Time
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Optional 401(k) with Employer match

WORK PERKS

• Paid orientation and training
• Free parking (select locations)
• Employee Activities, Rewards and Recognition Programs
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program

APPLY TO THIS POSITION

Interested applicants can choose to apply in any of the following ways:

Complete an employment application online

Email resumes:[e-mail]

Partners For Quality and its family of agencies are an equal opportunity employer

EOE

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• A valid Pennsylvania, Ohio or West Virginia driver’s license
• Two (2) years experience in the field of Human Services.
• One (1) year experience with job training preferred
• Must be dependable and be able to work a flexible schedule.
• Must be able to work independently
• Ability to lift and transfer without restriction
• Excellent references, both personal and professional

Minimum Compensation

USD $18.50/Hr.
Maximum Compensation

USD $18.75/Hr.