Direct Support Professional (PT/3rd)

Bottlenotes Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA

401k / 403b with match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Verland in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide Exceptional Care to residents with complex needs. This hourly, non-exempt role requires lifting and assisting with daily living activities and transport in Verland vehicles.

Two weekends overnight shifts 12am-8am, part-time 16 hours. 2 weeks paid training provided by Verland to educate new hires on daily living skills and personal development goals essential to improve daily lives of residents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift and transfer without restrictions.
• Must pass a complete Background, Physical, and Drug screening.
• Experience is not required.

Responsibilities

• Enrich and support residents' lives while maintaining a safe environment.
• Introduce and encourage skill development through activities.
• Record observations and daily progress notes.
• Participate in planning social, home, and recreational activities.
• Assist with meals, housekeeping, and laundry as needed.
• Transport clients to appointments and activities in Verland vehicles.
• Assist with personal hygiene and dressing.

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

** New Wage $20.00/hr **

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

Locust House

Location

Pittsburgh, PA 15241

Shifts Available

Part Time - 16 hours. 12am - 8am Saturday and Sunday

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.