Direct Support Professional

The Verland Foundation Inc; Sewickley (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $2,000

Health, dental, vision insurance

Dependent Care Flexible Spending

403b – Company match

Paid training

Job summary

The Verland Foundation Inc in Sewickley, PA is seeking a Direct Support Professional to join our Main Campus team. This full-time, overnight role provides individualized care to residents with complex needs and requires lifting and transfers.

You will participate in daily living activities, record progress, assist with meals, transport clients, and support with personal hygiene. Two weeks of paid training start on day one, and a comprehensive benefits package accompanies this opportunity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift and transfer without restrictions.
• Must pass background, physical, and drug screening.
• Two weeks paid training provided by Verland.

Responsibilities

• Enrich and support residents in a safe environment.
• Encourage skill development through active treatment activities.
• Record observations and daily progress notes.
• Plan social, home, and recreational activities.
• Assist with meals and housekeeping tasks.
• Transport clients to appointments in Verland vehicles.
• Assist with bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene.
• Perform laundry duties as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Ability to lift and transfer

Valid driver’s license

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional

The Verland Foundation Inc Sewickley, Pennsylvania, United States

About this position

$2,000 Sign on Bonus

Verland is currently seeking a Direct Support Professional to join the team at our Main Campus in Sewickley, PA. In this crucial role, you will be providing Exceptional Care to the individuals that call Verland their Home.

Full Time - 36 Hours

6pm-6:30am: Monday thru Wednesday

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; 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
• Other duties as assigned

Exceptional Benefits:

Minimum of 30 hours worked, and employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:

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

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/ 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.