Direct Support Professional (FT/2nd)

Verland CLA; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

403b - Company Match

Paid Holidays

PTO

Job summary

Verland is seeking Direct Support Professionals to join our team in Bethel Park, PA. This role provides exceptional care to residents with complex needs in a home-like setting, with a 3pm–11pm shift schedule (Sunday–Thursday) and a 40-hour full-time week.

You will assist with daily living, activities, meals, medication administration, transportation, and housekeeping, while documenting progress and supporting individual development. Training is provided, and Verland offers comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized care and ongoing support to residents with physical, medical and intellectual challenges.
• Enrich and support residents’ lives while maintaining a safe environment.
• Record observations and daily progress notes; implement and monitor daily plans.
• Participate in planning social, home, and recreational activities.
• Assist with meals, housekeeping, and laundry tasks.
• Transport clients to appointments and activities; assist with personal hygiene.

Education

High school diploma/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

3pm - 11pm 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 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.