Direct Support Professional (FT/1st)

Verland; Bethel Park (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

HSA (Flexible Spending Account)

403b - Traditional and Roth with Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Competitive PTO

8 Paid Holidays

Career Development

Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Mental Health Resources

Job summary

Verland in Bethel Park, PA is hiring Direct Support Professionals. The role provides individualized care to residents with complex needs. Shifts are full-time (40 hours) with a 7am-3pm schedule for Sunday through Thursday, in a house setting.

DSPs will document progress, assist with meals, transportation, hygiene, and daily activities, and participate in planning social and recreational events. No prior experience required; we provide 2 weeks of paid training and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift and transfer clients safely.
• Must pass background, physical, and drug screening.
• Experience not required.

Responsibilities

• Enrich and support residents' lives in a safe environment.
• Encourage skill development through activities.
• Record observations and daily progress notes.
• Plan social, home, and recreational activities.
• Assist with meals and house cleaning tasks.
• Transport clients to appointments using Verland vehicles.
• Assist with personal hygiene including bathing and dressing.
• Perform housekeeping duties.
• Medication administration.

Skills

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

Lifting ability

Background check

No experience required

Education

High school diploma or GED

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: Villahaven House

Location: Bethel Park , PA 15236

Shifts available:

Full Time- 40 hours

7am - 3pm Sunday - Thursday

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 HolidaysIncentive 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.