Direct Support Professional

ARC HUMAN SERVICES, INC.; New Kensington (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,863; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

401K with 5% employer match

Company sponsored life and disability insurance

Job summary

A community services organization is seeking a Direct Support Professional to ensure the health and safety of participants in New Kensington, PA. Responsibilities include personal care, documentation of care, and supporting independent living skills. Full-time and part-time shifts are available, with a pay range of $17-$19.50 per hour and a sign-on bonus of up to $2500. Training is provided for candidates with no prior experience. Excellent benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401K plan with employer matching.

Qualifications

• Complete PAID training will be provided.
• Must be 18 years or older to apply.
• Ability to pass background checks and physical.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety of program participants.
• Assist in the development of independent living skills.
• Document care accurately.

Skills

Personal care

Cooking

Cleaning

Transportation

Community engagement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Arc Human Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join our team in the New Kensington, PA area.

$17 - $19.50 Per Hour

Up to $2500 Sign On Bonus for Full Time Hires

Job Description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) ensures the health and safety of program participants by providing varying levels of personal care within a community home setting including cooking, cleaning, transportation, community engagement, dispensing medications, supporting goals, and accurate documentation of care. This position is responsible for assisting in the development of independent living skills, behavior strategies, self‑advocacy and prepares participants to become more independent in their homes and communities.

We Offer

• Full Time, Part Time, per diem flexible shifts available
• Increased hourly rates for DSP certifications through NADSP (at least 50 hours of accredited e‑Badge education)
• Excellent Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision and Supplemental Insurances
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Company paid life and disability insurances
• 401K Retirement Plans with 5% employer match
• Non‑Profit employee discounts and eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
• Opportunity to work overtime and holiday bonuses
• Career Development including certifications through the National Alliance of Direct Support Professionals (NADSP)

Qualifications

• Experience helpful, but not necessary—complete PAID training provided
• 18 years of age or older
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to pass background checks, physical, TB (ALL company paid) – must regularly lift and/or move up to twenty‑five (25) pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds.

Arc Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Seniority Level

• Entry Level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Other
• Industry: Individual and Family Services

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