Direct Support Professional (FT/2nd)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA

403b with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Holidays (8)

Incentive in lieu of Medical

Career Development

Wellbeing Resources

Mental Health Support

Job summary

Verland seeks a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide exceptional care for residents at Villahaven House in Bethel Park, PA. This full-time role offers $20 per hour, a $2,000 sign-on bonus, and shift from 3pm to 11pm Sunday through Thursday.

Duties include assisting with daily living, medication administration, transportation, and participation in activities. Applicants need a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the ability to lift and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required.
• Must be able to lift and transfer without restrictions.
• Must pass a complete Background, Physical, and Drug screening.
• Experience is not required.

Responsibilities

• Enrich and support residents while maintaining a safe environment.
• Encourage skill development through active treatment activities.
• Implement individualized programs and record progress notes.
• Participate in planning social, home, and recreational activities.
• Assist with meals and housecleaning/laundry.
• 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.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Reliable transportation

Ability to lift and transfer without

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.