Direct Support Professional (FT/1st)

Bottlenotes Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

HSA

401(k) with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO

8 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Verland is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide exceptional care to residents at Villahaven House in Bethel Park, PA. The role is full-time (40 hours) with a 7am–3pm shift, Sunday through Thursday.

You will assist residents with daily activities, meals, personal care, and transportation in Verland vehicles. Responsibilities include recording progress notes, implementing individualized plans, and supporting residents in social and recreational activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to lift and transfer residents
• Must pass a background, physical, and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized care to residents with complex physical, medical and intellectual challenges.
• Assist with meals and housekeeping duties (cleaning and laundry).
• Transport clients to appointments and activities in Verland vehicles.
• Record observations and daily progress notes; monitor client wellbeing.
• Participate in planning social, home, and recreational activities.

Skills

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

Lifting & transferring

Background check

Drug screening

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Description: ** New Wage $20.00/hr **$2,000 Sign on BonusVerland 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 AvailableFull Time- 40 hours
7am - 3pmSunday - 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 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.