Direct Support Professional (FT/2nd)

Bottlenotes Inc.; Aliquippa (Beaver County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403b with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Competitive PTO Plan

8 Paid Holidays

Incentive in lieu of Medical coverage

Career Development

Mental Health Resources

Job summary

Verland is looking for Direct Support Professionals to join their team in Aliquippa, PA. In this role, you will provide exceptional care for individuals with complex needs. Benefits include health, dental, vision insurances, tuition reimbursement, and a competitive PTO plan. Shifts are full-time with 32 hours per week. Training will be provided. Apply today to make a lasting impact in your community!

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• No prior experience required, but ability to lift and transfer is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized care and ongoing support for residents.
• Assist clients with meals, bathing, and personal hygiene.
• Implement individualized programs and record observations.

Skills

Ability to lift and transfer without restrictions

Reliable means of transportation

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

New Wage $19.25/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: Pine House

Location: Aliquippa House, PA 15001

Shifts Available: Full Time - 32 hours

3 pm - 11 pm: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, 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.

APPLY TODAY to make a lasting impact!

Visit https://www.verland.org/ to learn more about what makes Verland expectational!

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.