HMA - Crafton, PA

Merakey; Ingram (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

DailyPay

EAP

Job summary

Merakey is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Crafton/Pittsburgh, PA to provide daily living assistance and individualized care for residents with various needs. You will document progress, support activities, and ensure safety in a structured setting.

Role involves teamwork with the interdisciplinary staff, participation in training, and helping with meals, transportation, and community activities. A high school diploma or GED is required, and a valid driver's license is preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to conduct and implement functional assessments.
• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to prepare necessary reports and recording of resident program progress.
• Ability to plan and supervise social, recreational and work for residents in an assigned living area.
• Ability to assist with day-to-day needs and to record and report observations.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with residents.
• Ability to keep and maintain records with accuracy and completeness.
• Ability to lift and transfer residents (who typically exceed 50 pounds) utilizing recommendations as listed on the Positioning/Mobility List.
• Ability to follow procedures established for safe handling of kitchen equipment, food, and food preparation.
• Ability to maintain effective communication with staff and residents, following individual communication profiles.
• Ability to implement proper practices and techniques of supervision of residents.
• Ability to follow instructions and demonstrate flexibility and initiative with the job responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, instructs or assists residents in activities of daily living.
• Provides individualized care and documentation under professional direction.
• Engages residents in structured/unstructured activities.
• Participates in in-service training courses.
• Performs housekeeping in resident areas including laundry and cleaning.
• Plans and provides guidance in social, recreational, work and community activities.
• Documents observations of resident behavior and reports to the team.
• Transports residents to activities, appointments, and emergencies.
• Assists with meal planning, preparation and service.
• Ensures safety and a positive living environment for residents.
• Develops and documents goal plans aligned with needs and services.
• Works cooperatively with all personnel involved in active treatment.
• Participates as a member of the resident interdisciplinary team.
• AVS - House Manager Aide (PHMC)

Skills

Functional assessments

Reading

Read & write

Reports and records

Social activities planning

Observation recording

Relationship building

Record keeping

Lifting assistance

Kitchen safety

Communication

Supervision

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position: Direct Support Professional

Location: Crafton / Pittsburgh, PA

Pay Rate: Earn up to 17 per hr w 19 per hr w enhanced pay option

Shifts available: days, evenings, weekends, overnights

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

Supervises, instructs or assists the residents in activities of daily living; such as bathing, dressing, eating

and personal hygiene.

Provides individualized care, active treatment and appropriate documentation under professional

direction.

Provides age-appropriate, ongoing interactions with residents during structured and unstructured

Participates in in-service training courses.

Participates in housekeeping functions in the resident living areas, including responsibility for their

personal effects, including laundry; mopping and dusting floors, furniture and fixtures; cleaning

appliances, cleaning bathrooms and replacing bathroom supplies, disposing of waste.

Plans and provides guidance in social, recreational, work and community activities.

Assists with day-to-day needs and feelings of the resident. Documents and reports observations of

individual behavior.

Participates in staff meetings as an integral member of the resident interdisciplinary team.

Transports and/or accompanies residents to various activities in the community, to hospital or clinic

appointments or in any emergency.

Assists with planning menus, following prescribed diets, shopping for, preparing and serving meals

while on duty.

Ensures the safety of the residents is maintained at all times by providing a safe living environment.

Devises, implements and documents goal plans that emphasize skill development and have objectives

which are consistent with assessed needs and specified developmental services and programs, including

behavior Supports Plans and other required documentation.

Works cooperatively with all personnel involved in the active treatment of the residents.

AVS - House Manager Aide (PHMC)

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS ANDABILITIES:

• Ability to conduct and implement functional assessments.
• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to prepare necessary reports and recording of resident program progress.
• Ability to plan and supervise social, recreational and work for residents in an assigned living area.
• Ability to assist with day-to-day needs and to record and report observations.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with residents.
• Ability to keep and maintain records with accuracy and completeness.
• Ability to lift and transfer residents (who typically exceed 50 pounds) utilizing recommendations as
• listed on the Positioning/Mobility List.
• Ability to follow procedures established for safe handling of kitchen equipment, food, and food preparation.
• Ability to maintain effective communication with staff and residents, following individual communication
• profiles.
• Ability to implement proper practices and techniques of supervision of residents.
• Ability to follow instructions and demonstrate flexibility and initiative with the job responsibilities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!

A high school diploma or GED is required. Related experience is helpful. The employee must possess

good verbal and written communication skills and a current and valid driver's license.