Direct Support Professional (FT/2nd/3rd)

Verland CLA; Moon Township (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 2,273,000 - 3,237,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA

403b with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO

8 Paid Holidays

Career Development

Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Job summary

Verland is seeking Direct Support Professionals to join our team, providing Exceptional Care to residents in a home-like setting. You will support individuals with complex physical, medical and intellectual challenges in a non-exempt, hourly role.

New wage is $20.00/hr with a $2,000 sign-on bonus. The DSP role includes training, client transportation, daily living support, medication assistance, and participation in activities designed to promote skills and independence.

Qualifications

• 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!

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized care and ongoing support for residents with complex physical, medical and intellectual challenges.
• Assist with meals, housekeeping, and laundry; support personal hygiene.
• Transport clients to appointments and activities in Verland vehicles.
• Record observations and daily progress notes.
• Participate in planning social, home, and recreational activities.
• Medication administration.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

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.

** New Wage $20.00/hr **

$2,000 Sign on Bonus

House Name: Wyndhurst House

Location: Moon Twp, PA 15108

Shifts available

Full Time- 40 hours

3pm - 7am Friday and Sunday, 11pm - 7am 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.