Direct Support Pro - Vocational: Empower Independence

UPMC; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Mon Yough in McKeesport, PA is seeking a Direct Support Professional - Vocational to empower seniors and individuals with intellectual disabilities and behavioral health needs. You will promote independence, support activities of daily living, and develop engaging programs tailored to each person’s interests and goals.

You will coordinate transportation, help with ISP goals, and foster community integration while building meaningful relationships with consumers,

Qualifications

• Compassionate professional with a demonstrated commitment to supporting others.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, behavioral health needs, dementia, or geriatric populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide transportation & ensure consumer safety and well-being.
• Deliver individualized support and implement ISP goals.
• Facilitate community, employment, and skill building activities.
• Build positive relations with consumers, families, and partners.
• Maintain accurate documentation, compliance and required training.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Communication

Job description

UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Mon Yough in McKeesport, PA is seeking a Direct Support Professional - Vocational to empower seniors and individuals with intellectual disabilities and behavioral health needs. You will promote independence, support activities of daily living, and develop engaging programs tailored to each person’s interests and goals.

You will coordinate transportation, help with ISP goals, and foster community integration while building meaningful relationships with consumers,