Direct Support Professional

Aveanna Healthcare; Glenshaw (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Aveanna Healthcare is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Glenshaw, Pennsylvania. This position involves delivering one-on-one services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their homes and the community.

The ideal candidate will provide essential support, implement strategies to achieve personal goals, and ensure the well-being of those served. A high school diploma and an active driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• Desire to assist individuals to live life to its fullest.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Active driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Implement strategies for their personal well-being.
• Complete required documentation accurately.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Effective problem-solving

Excellent organization

Strong communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Position Overview

Working in the home and/or a community environment, the Direct Support Professional is responsible for delivering quality one‑on‑one services to intellectual and developmental disabled individuals and working toward their outcome statement as outlined in the Individual Support Plan. Care may also involve activities of daily living and communication with other members of the individual’s multidisciplinary team.

Hours

Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5 pm

Essential Job Functions

• Professionally support adult or pediatric individuals with an intellectual and/or developmental disability where they live, work, or are in other community settings, to promote their emotional, physical, and personal well‑being.
• Implement strategies to assist the individual in obtaining their outcome as stated in the Individual Support Plan (ISP).
• Complete documentation to substantiate services delivered (EVV, daily service note).
• Assist the individual and their interdisciplinary team in the development and maintenance of the ISP.
• Immediately report any changes or problems in the individual’s condition to the manager.
• Complete all documentation in accordance with state and program regulations, Aveanna HealthCare policies and procedures, and any applicable accreditation standards.
• Always adhere to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries.
• Assist individuals in reaching their goals to be more independent by offering guidance, instruction, and role‑modeling.
• Actively search for opportunities for those you serve to experience life in their homes and communities based on their hobbies and interests.
• Support the individuals’ preferences and ensure their interests are honored.
• Assist individuals in developing appropriate life skills necessary to reach their highest level of potential, including interaction with others, cooking, housekeeping, budgeting, personal hygiene, etc.
• Assist individuals in living an everyday life.
• Ensure the health and safety of the individual.

Requirements

• Desire to assist individuals to live life to its fullest.
• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Active driver’s license, current automobile insurance, current car registration, and current car inspection if transporting.
• Willingness to accompany those you serve into the community and provide support and assistance in interactions while maintaining sensitivity to civil and human rights and dignity.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Eligibility for State Police Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse History Clearance.
• FBI clearance required for individuals who do not meet PA residency requirements.

Other Skills/Abilities

• Adhere to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries.
• Recognize incidents and report them.
• Remain calm and professional in stressful situations.
• Attention to detail.
• Time management.
• Strong commitment to excellence.
• Effective problem‑solving and conflict resolution.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Quick‑thinking and astute decision‑making skills.

Physical Demands & Environment

• Must be able to speak, write, read, and understand English.
• Occasional lifting, caring, pushing and pulling of up to 25 pounds.
• Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting.
• Must be able to sit and climb stairs.
• Must have visual and hearing acuity.
• Must function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other conditions.