Direct Support Professional (FT/1st)

Verland; Aliquippa (Beaver County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health, dental and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

8 paid holidays

Career development

Mental health resources

Job summary

Verland in Aliquippa, PA is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide exceptional care for residents with complex physical, medical, and intellectual challenges.

This full-time role offers $20.00 per hour, a $2,000 sign-on bonus, 40 hours per week (7am–3pm, Tue-Sat), and comprehensive benefits after 30 days. You will support daily living activities, transport clients, assist with meals and hygiene, and document progress in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Provide individualized care and support for residents with complex needs.
• Document progress notes and observations.
• Assist with meals, transportation, and daily living activities.

Responsibilities

• Enrich and support residents while maintaining a safe environment.
• Encourage skill development through active treatment activities.
• Implement individualized programs; record observations and daily progress notes.
• Plan social, home, and recreational activities.
• Assist with meals, housekeeping and laundry duties in the house.
• Transport clients to appointments in Verland vehicles.
• Bathe, dress, and assist clients with personal hygiene.
• Medication administration.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Care planning

Documentation

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Medication administration

Job description

Description

** New Wage $20.00/hr **

$2,000 Sign on Bonus

Verland is currently seeking Direct Support Professionals' to join our team. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for providing Exceptional Care to the individuals that call Verland their Home.

House Name:

Brodhead House

Location:

Aliquippa, PA 15001

Shifts available:

Full Time- 40 hours

7am-3pmTuesdaySaturday

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
• Medication Administration
• 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)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (HSA)
• 403b – Traditional and Roth with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement (for core positions)
• Competitive PTO Plan
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Incentive in lieu of Medical coverage
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• 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
• Experience is not required!

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.