Direct Support Specialist — Community Care Advocate

iHomecare Solutions; McKees Rocks (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus potential after 90 days

Paid training

Health, dental, and vision insurance

PTO after 1 year

Career development opportunities

Job summary

iHomecare Solutions is hiring a Direct Support Professional in McKees Rocks, PA to provide direct care and specialized support to individuals with intellectual disabilities in a residential setting. You will assist with daily activities, meals, transportation, and community participation.

The role emphasizes promoting independence, implementing ISPs and BSPs, ensuring safety, documenting notes each shift, and participating in mandatory trainings and meetings with the team.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• Willingness to engage individuals in community activities.
• Experience with developmental disabilities preferred but not required.
• Must complete 24 hours of annual training.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and specialized support to individuals with developmental disabilities in a residential setting.
• Assist individuals in daily activities, including meal preparation, transportation to work or community activities.
• Promote independence and engage individuals in home and community activities based on their preferences.
• Participate in the development and implementation of ISPs and BSPs.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of individuals at all times.
• Observe and report any changes in individuals’ behaviors or physical conditions.
• Maintain effective communication with all levels of administration.
• Perform household tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and housekeeping as needed.
• Document required paperwork each shift (observation notes, goals, petty cash, etc.).
• Foster positive decision-making, interactions, and relationships with individuals.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures and ensure compliance.
• Transport individuals to appointments, community outings, day programs, work, etc.
• Attend mandatory staff training and meetings.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Caregiving experience

Community engagement

Job description

iHomecare Solutions is hiring a Direct Support Professional in McKees Rocks, PA to provide direct care and specialized support to individuals with intellectual disabilities in a residential setting. You will assist with daily activities, meals, transportation, and community participation.

The role emphasizes promoting independence, implementing ISPs and BSPs, ensuring safety, documenting notes each shift, and participating in mandatory trainings and meetings with the team.