Direct Support Professional (Floater)

Community Options, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Sign-on bonus

Medical insurance benefits

403b retirement plan

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP) - Floater in Pittsburgh, PA to provide person-centered care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Paid training is provided; flexible availability is required.

Starting pay is $18.50 per hour with a $250 sign-on bonus after 90 days. Responsibilities include direct care tailored to ISP/PCP, daily routines, health monitoring, community activities, transportation, and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities tailored to their ISP/PCP.
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, and personal hygiene.
• Monitor health and medical needs and report concerns promptly.
• Develop independent and community-based skills in individuals.
• Participate with individuals in community, social and recreational activities.
• Transport individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community.
• Complete program documentation and billable records accurately and timely.
• Develop and maintain relationships with community members, businesses and families for support.
• Ensure work locations and vehicles are clean and safe.
• Cooperate with licensee and staff during inspections or inquiries.

Skills

Flexible availability

Driver's license

Communication skills

Judgment under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are Now Hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP) - Floater in Pittsburgh, PA to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is afantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference!No experience required– we provide PAID training!Must have flexible availability!

Starting pay for this position is $18.50 an hour

New hires are eligible for a sign-on bonus of $250.00 after successful completion of the 90-day probationary period, per ED approval.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities tailored to their Individual Support Plan (ISP)/Person Centered Plan (PCP)
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
• Assist with the learning and development of independent and community-based skills
• Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families
• Ensure work locations and vehicles are clean and well maintained to provide a safe environment
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Working Conditions

• Work in residential programs, day programs, and in the community
• Transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
• Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours
• Overtime may be required due to business needs
• May be required to lift or move 25+ pounds

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Generous PTO
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Incredible career growth opportunities

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact our friendly staff at the Pittsburgh, PA office!

Phone Number: [phone]

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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