Direct Support Professional (FT/1st/2nd)

Bottlenotes Inc.; Uniontown (Fayette County); On-site; USD 55,159,000 - 71,663,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403b with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Competitive PTO

8 Paid Holidays

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Verland is hiring a Direct Support Professional in Uniontown, PA for a full-time, 40-hour weekly schedule. The role supports individuals with complex needs, providing daily living assistance, personal care, and transportation in Verland vehicles.

The position features an hourly wage of $19.25 and a $2,000 sign-on bonus, with two weeks of paid training and a comprehensive benefits package upon qualification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift and transfer without restrictions.
• Must pass a full background, physical and drug screening.
• Experience is not required.

Responsibilities

• Enrich and support residents in a safe, healthy environment.
• Encourage skill development through active treatment activities.
• Record observations and daily progress notes.
• Participate in planning social, home, and recreational activities.
• Assist with meals and perform housekeeping and laundry duties.
• Transport clients to appointments and activities in Verland vehicles.
• Bathe, dress, and assist with personal hygiene.
• Medication administration.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

Lifting ability

Background check

Drug screening

No experience required

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

** New Wage $19.25/hr ** $2,000 Sign on Bonus

House Name

Poplar house

Location

Uniontown, PA 15401

Shifts Available

Full Time- 40 hours

Week 1

7am - 3pm Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

Week 2

7am - 3pm Monday, Wednesday, Friday and 7am - 11pm Saturday

Week 3

7am - 11pm Sunday, 7am- 3pm Monday, Friday and Saturday

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.