Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Aliquippa, PA - Day & Evening Shifts - $20

Med Plus Staffing; Aliquippa (Beaver County); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

24/7 Local Support

Flexible Scheduling

Overtime Pay

Referral Bonuses

Taxes Covered

Job summary

Med Plus Staffing in Aliquippa, PA is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our team in IDD/ICF facilities. You will support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, encouraging independence, building life skills, and enhancing daily quality of life.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year of related experience, a high school diploma or GED, and reliable caregiving skills. We offer competitive pay starting at $20 per hour, flexible full-time or part-time schedules, and

Qualifications

• A caring, punctual, and reliable candidate with a focus on helping others live with dignity and independence.
• Strong communication skills and patience for daily support tasks and care plans.
• Ability to work independently while following facility instructions and care plans.
• Must meet health and safety requirements, including vaccination documentation and clearances.
• Background checks and facility-specific credentials must be current and valid.
• Experience in caregiving or related settings is preferred (IDD/ICF exposure helpful).

Responsibilities

• Support independence by guiding individuals toward personal goals and life skills.
• Follow Individual Support Plans and facility guidelines for consistent assistance.
• Encourage engagement in meaningful activities and community involvement.
• Assist with daily living activities and personal care as needed.
• Observe mood, health, and needs; report changes to staff.
• Maintain a safe, respectful environment and uphold dignity.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Reliability

Independence

Compassion

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Aliquippa, PA - Day & Evening Shifts - $20

Med Plus Staffing Aliquippa, Pennsylvania, United States

About this position

Are you looking for a career change, better pay, or simply a team that actually answers the phone when you call?

At Med Plus Staffing , we believe healthcare professionals deserve a partner, not just a placement. We are a locally owned, Pittsburgh-based company dedicated to improving healthcare quality across Southwestern Pennsylvania. We don’t just fill shifts; we empower professionals to take control of their work-life balance.

The Role

Are you looking for work where you can make a real difference in someone’s daily life?

We are currently seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our team for opportunities within an IDD/ICF facility setting. In this role, you will support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities by encouraging independence, building life skills, and helping improve their daily quality of life.

CNAs are welcome to apply; however this is a DSP position and is paid at the DSP rate, not the CNA rate.

What You’ll Bring (Requirements)

We hire caring, punctual, and reliable professionals who are passionate about helping others live with dignity, safety, and independence.

• Age Requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Education: High school diploma or GED
• Experience: 1+ years of related experience preferred. This may include supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, or experience in caregiving, behavioral health, direct support, home care, residential care, personal care, or healthcare settings.
• Health Requirements: Must provide a Physician/CRNP-signed physical dated within the past 6 months that states you are free from communicable diseases and cleared to perform job duties; 2-Step TB or comparable TB documentation dated within the past 6 months; and COVID-19 vaccination documentation or ability to complete a religious exemption form.
• Clearance: Current Child Abuse History Clearance for Employment (PA CWIS Abuse Registry).
• Background: Must be able to pass all required background checks and facility-specific requirements.
• Skills: Strong communication, patience, compassion, reliability, and the ability to work independently while following care and support plans.
• Training: Complete Fire Safety Training at the facility prior to the first scheduled shift.

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

• Support Independence: Encourage, mentor, and coach individuals as they work toward personal goals, daily routines, life skills, and increased independence.
• Follow Support Plans: Follow Individual Support Plans and facility-specific instructions to provide consistent and appropriate support.
• Promote Engagement: Help individuals participate in meaningful activities, socialization, and community involvement when applicable.
• Assist with Daily Needs: Provide support with daily living activities, personal care, housekeeping, laundry, and other routine needs as assigned.
• Observe & Report: Monitor and report changes in mood, behavior, health or needs to the appropriate facility staff.
• Promote Safety and Dignity: Maintain a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Onboarding & Facility Approval Process

Because this position is staffed through a Managed Service Provider and facility system, all required credentials and compliance documents must be submitted, reviewed, and approved before placement.

Required documentation must meet facility/MSP standards. Incomplete, expired, incorrectly worded, unsigned, or non-compliant documents may delay or prevent placement until corrected documentation is provided.

After credentials are reviewed and approved, eligible DSP must complete required fire safety training before being eligible to pick up shifts. Completion of onboarding does not guarantee a specific schedule, location, number of shifts, or ongoing facility need.

The Med Plus Difference (Benefits & Perks)

We know that to take care of patients, we first need to take care of you.

• 24/7 Local Support: Unlike national apps, our administrative team is available by phone 24/7. We tirelessly help you achieve your income goals.
• Financial Wellness: Competitive starting rates with Weekly Pay via Direct Deposit.
• True Flexibility: Full-time, part-time, and flexible scheduling options to suit your life.
• Enhanced Earning Potential: Opportunities for Overtime, Holiday Pay, and Referral Bonuses.
• W2 Employment Security: We cover Employer-Paid Federal/State taxes and Workers' Compensation.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Packages available including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability (Short & Long Term) insurance.

Location & Pay

• Location: Aliquippa, Slippery Rock, Grove City, and Sewickley, PA
• Setting: IDD/ICF facility and community-based settings
• Pay Range: Starting from $20.00 per hour

Commitment to Inclusion

Med Plus Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.

Employment is contingent upon meeting all applicable federal, state, MSP, and facility-specific requirements, including licensure, background checks, health screenings, clearances, credential review, facility approval, and completion of required facility training.

Salary Information

$20 - $20Hourly Wage