Direct Support Professional (FT/2nd)

Verland CLA; Uniontown (Fayette 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

8 Holidays

Wellbeing resources

Mental health support

Job summary

Verland is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide Exceptional Care for residents at Poplar House in Uniontown, PA. The role is hourly, non-exempt and full-time (40 hours) with a starting wage of $20.00 per hour plus a $2,000 sign-on bonus. Comprehensive benefits are included.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living, transportation, meals, personal care, and documentation; no experience required. 2 weeks paid training provided by Verland.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Reliable means of transportation.
• Ability to lift and transfer without restrictions.
• Must pass background, physical, and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Enrich and support residents in a safe, healthy environment.
• Encourage skill development through active treatment activities.
• Implement individualized programs and record observations and progress notes.
• Assist with planning social, home, and recreational activities.
• Help with meals and perform cleaning and laundry duties.
• Transport clients to appointments and activities in Verland vehicles.
• Assist with bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene.
• Perform housekeeping duties as needed and administer medications.

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: Poplar House

Location: Uniontown, PA 15401

Shifts available:

Full Time- 40 hours

Week 1: 3pm - 11pm, Sunday, Tuesday thru Thursday, Saturday
Week 2: 3pm - 11pm, Sunday, Monday, Wednesday thru Friday
Week 3: 3pm - 11pm, Monday, Wednesday thru 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.