Direct Support Professional

Devereux; West Homestead (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid Training

Student Loan Assistance

Job summary

Devereux/TCV is hiring for a Direct Support Professional in the West Homestead area near Pittsburgh. The role pays from $18.25 per hour up to $20.96 per hour, depending on education and years of experience in the human services field.

This is a full-time position with evening and overnight shifts listed in the posting. Devereux/TCV offers a collaborative environment, tuition assistance, health and dental coverage, a 403(b) retirement plan, paid training, and student loan assistance.

Qualifications

• Be 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma/GED.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record for 3 years.
• Agree to PA state criminal history, child abuse record and FBI Clearance.
• Agree to pre-employment drug screening, one-step TB and physical.
• Have experience with the developmentally disabled or as a care provider (ADL required in care delivery).
• Be empathetic, patient with behaviors and can apply the techniques taught
• Be able to lift up to 50+ pounds.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with disabilities in daily activities.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver person-centered care.
• Participate in training, safety protocols, and quality improvement.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with families and colleagues.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Caregiving experience

People skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Position: Direct Support Professional

in West Homestead area of Pittsburgh!

Pay Range: From $18.25/hour up to $20.96/hour, based on education and years of experience working in human services field

Position: Direct Support Professional

Location: Breezewood Dr in West Homestead area of Pittsburgh!

Pay Range: From $18.25/hour up to $20.96/hour, based on education and years of experience working in human services field

Hiring For Full-Time Staff D

Week 1 Sun 10p-8a, Mon 10p-8a, Tues 230p-1030p, Fri 10p-8a

Week 2 Tues 10p-8p, wed 10p-8a, Thur 230p-1030p Sat 10p-8a

Devereux/TCV is Hiring for a Direct Service Professional!

TCV Community Services, located in Western PA, has been a leading community provider for over 50 years in supporting individuals with mental health, intellectual disabilities, and behavioral health/substance abuse needs, and we are looking for mission-driven, compassionate, reliable and creative people to join our community of care.

Being a Direct Support Professional Has Its Advantages

As a DSP at Devereux/TCV, you will work with other dedicated professionals who want to improve the lives of individuals with disabilities.

What Devereux/TCV Offers YOU

• A working environment that is collaborative and with a multidisciplinary team approach.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Health, Vision, Dental Insurance (must work 30 hours a week to be eligible).
• 403 (b) retirement plan.
• Paid Training.
• Student Loan Assistance.

You deserve to work somewhere that gives back to you!

Interested in advancing your career? Devereux is proud to offer ASCEND - the first career accelerator program exclusively designed to give behavioral healthcare workers - the career guidance, one-on-one coaching, skills and financial assistance you need to reach your full potential. This program includes tuition and student loan repayment!

Devereux/TCV has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.

Qualifications

(Note: all required documents and tests paid by employer)

• Be 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma/GED
• Valid driver's license & 3 years of a clean driving record.
• Agree to a PA state criminal history, child abuse record and FBI Clearance.
• Agree to a pre-employment drug screening, one-step TB and physical.
• Have experience with the developmentally disabled or as a care provider (ADL required in care delivery).
• Be empathetic, patient with behaviors and can apply the techniques taught
• Be able to lift up to 50+ pounds

Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.

Company Overview

Company Overview

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year.

Our Mission:

Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.

With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care.

Our Culture, Our Expectations

At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.

We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time.

What Devereux Offers You

In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment.

In addition, we offer;

• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.

Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work!

Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE