Direct Support Staff -$17/hr. 3pm-11pm

Delta-T Group; McKeesport (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible schedule

Growth opportunities

Broad client opportunities

Job summary

Delta-T Group Western Penna., Inc. is seeking Direct Support Staff to work in group/residential settings east of Pittsburgh on a 1099 contract basis.

The role offers $17/hour with 2nd (evening) shifts available and flexible weekday/weekend schedules based on client needs. Responsibilities include providing compassionate support to residents with mental health/IDD and assisting with daily living tasks such as meal prep, bathing and light housekeeping.

Qualifications

• Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities or mental illness.
• Current CPR/First Aid Certification.
• COVID vaccine may be required as per client.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• PA State Criminal Background check.
• High school diploma or GED completed.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassion and emotional support to residents with mental health and/or IDD, focusing on individual growth.
• Assist residents with tasks they cannot perform, including meal prep, bathing, dressing and light housekeeping.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Location: Mckeesport, PA 15132

Date Posted: 09/01/2026

Category: Direct Care Services

Education:

Title: Direct Support Staff -$17/hr. 3pm-11pm

Class: Direct Care Support

Type: INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR 1099

Ref. No.: 1229896-128

BC: #DTG114

Company: Delta-T Group Western Penna., Inc.

Contract Contact: Contract Submit WP

Office Email: [e-mail]

Office Phone: [phone]

Office Address: 600 North Bell Avenue, Bldg. 2, Suite 190, Carnegie, PA 15106

With over 35 years in business, Delta-T Group has built a reputation for referring highly qualified professionals for rewarding short- and long-term independent contract opportunities. Several of our clients have urgent needs for motivated and reliable Drect Support Aides to work in group/residential east of Pittsburgh (Monroeville, Penn Hills, Wilkinsburg, Swissvale and more). Which location is closest to you?

CLIENT'S HOURLY COMPENSATION RATE & AVAILABLE HOURS

• $17/hr. compensation depending on Contractor's qualifications, availability, and skills.
• 2nd (Evening) Shifts available.
• Weekdays or Weekends: You tell us what shifts YOU can work!
• Some assignments ongoing and client negotiable temp-to-perm!

SUMMARY OF CLIENT'S DESCRIPTION OF THIS OPPORTUNITY

• Provide compassion and emotional support to residents with Mental Health and/or IDD, ensuring all activities are designed and implemented with a goal of individual growth.
• Assist residents with tasks they are unable to perform for themselves such as: meal preparation, cooking, bathing, dressing and light housekeeping, monitoring and redirecting residents, as needed.

CLIENT'S REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

• Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities or mental illness
• High School Diploma or GED
• Current Physical/TB screening
• Current CPR/First Aid Certification
• PA State Criminal Background
• COVID Vaccine required.
• MUST HAVE A VALID DRIVERS LICENSE AND & RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION
• MUST BE RELIABLE & DEPENDABLE WITH BOTH THE CARE YOU PROVIDE AS WELL AS ATTENDANCE

DTG ADVANTAGES

• Establish a relationship with one of the nation's largest referral agencies for behavioral-health.
• Compensation processed weekly.
• Increase or decrease your schedule at your discretion: choose opportunities that best fit your schedule.
• Ability to grow professionally.
• Access to a broad array of client opportunities.

DTG'S COMPANY OVERVIEW

Delta-T Group's mission is to provide cost-effective, reliable referrals, and innovative staffing solutions, for the social services, behavioral health, allied health and special education fields, for the betterment of independent behavioral health professionals seeking new opportunities and those needing care and support.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Candidates replying to this role usually have experience or interest in other roles including: Direct Care Worker, DSPs, Care Givers, Home Health Aide, Mental Health Technicians, MHTs, Behavior Health Technicians, BHTs, and Youth Care Workers.

About Us: Each Delta-T Group office is separately incorporated. Delta-T Group is a referral service for self-employed independent contractors seeking behavioral healthcare education and social service supplemental marketplace opportunities. Delta-T cannot guarantee any number or duration of referrals or opportunities as a result of your registration. When and if opportunities become available, you may accept or decline such referrals at your sole discretion.