Direct Support Specialist — Paid Training & Growth

Community Options, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Options (Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Holidays

Birthday Holiday

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Career Growth Opportunities

Great coworkers/team

Tuition reduction through universitys

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Pittsburgh seeks Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides to provide person-centered care for individuals with disabilities.

Full-time, part-time, or PRN floater positions with paid training; starting pay is $19.00 per hour. You will assist with daily routines, monitor health, support independence, and accompany individuals to appointments and community activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene.
• Monitor health and medical needs and report concerns.
• Assist with learning and development of independent and community-based skills.
• Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities.
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community.
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely.
• Build a support network by developing relationships with community members and families.
• Additional tasks may be assigned.
• Cooperate with license and department staff during inspections or inquiries.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. in Pittsburgh seeks Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides to provide person-centered care for individuals with disabilities.

Full-time, part-time, or PRN floater positions with paid training; starting pay is $19.00 per hour. You will assist with daily routines, monitor health, support independence, and accompany individuals to appointments and community activities.