Direct Support Professional

Bottlenotes Inc.; Coraopolis (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 21,878 - 31,159; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurances

403b with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Training

Competitive PTO Plan

8 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Verland is seeking Direct Support Professionals to join our team in Coraopolis, PA. This crucial role involves providing exceptional care to individuals with complex needs, including support with personal hygiene and transportation, while maintaining a safe environment.

The position offers a competitive wage of $19.25/hr and comes with a $2,000 sign-on bonus, alongside numerous benefits including health insurance, 403b plans, and tuition reimbursement. Training will be provided to ensure success in this rewarding role.

Qualifications

• Must pass a complete Background, Physical, and Drug screening.
• Experience is not required, training provided.
• Valid driver's license needed.

Responsibilities

• Enrich and support the lives of residents with individualized care.
• Assist with meals and personal hygiene.
• Transport clients to appointments.

Skills

Ability to lift and transfer without restrictions

Reliable means of transportation

Experience with care required

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Verland is currently seeking Direct Support Professionals to join our team. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for providing Exceptional Care to the individuals that call Verland their Home.

** New Wage $19.25/hr **

$2,000 Sign on Bonus

House Name: Pococen House

Location: Moon Twp, PA 15108

Shifts Available

Full Time - 40 hours

7am - 3pm and 3pm - 11pm

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for individualized care and ongoing support for people in our community with complex physical, medical and intellectual challenges. This is an hourly, non-exempt position.

Contributions

• Enrich and support the lives of our residents while maintaining a safe and healthy environment
• Introduce and encourage skill development through active treatment activities
• Implement individualized programs and record all observations and daily progress notes
• Participate in planning social, home, and recreational activities
• Assist with meals and perform cleaning and laundry duties in the house
• Transport clients to appointments and activities in Verland vehicles
• Bathe, dress, and assist clients with personal hygiene
• Housekeeping duties as needed
• Medication Administration
• Other duties as assigned

Exceptional Benefits

• Health (UPMC), Dental and Vision Insurances (1st of the month following 30 days from start date)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (HSA)
• 403b – Traditional and Roth with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement (for core positions)
• Competitive PTO Plan
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Incentive in lieu of Medical coverage
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED
• Valid driver's license
• Reliable means of transportation
• Ability to lift and transfer without restrictions
• Must pass a complete Background, Physical, and Drug screening
• Experience is not required!

2 weeks paid training provided by Verland, to educate new hires on daily living skills, social engagement, personal hygiene skills, along with each individual’s support plan and personal development goals that are essential to improve the daily lives of the individuals that we serve. Completion of training is required at the start of employment.

Verland is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.