ID Floater (Mon-Fri evenings)

Pittsburgh Mercy; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits start Day 1 of employment

Health insurance

Job summary

Pittsburgh Mercy is seeking an ID Floater in the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities department. In this role you will provide compassionate, individualized care to residents in our residential facilities, supporting well-being and daily living.

The position offers an evening shift, non-exempt status, and a benefits package starting on day one. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop care plans, assist with daily activities, and advocate for residents as they

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or high school diploma/equivalence with 1 year paid social services experience.
• Valid driver license and ability to drive organization vehicle.
• Access to local transportation travel.
• Act 33/34/73 clearances.
• Pre-Employment Drug Screen, Physical/TB.
• Must pass Department of Public Welfare Medication Training within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized care plans based on assessments with residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Provide hands-on assistance with daily activities including personal care, meals, medication management, and recreation.
• Offer empathetic support for emotional or behavioral challenges and use de‑escalation techniques.
• Facilitate community engagement and social/recreational activities inside and outside the facility.
• Advocate for residents and collaborate with external agencies and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Care planning

Daily living support

Behavioral support

Advocacy

Education

Bachelor's degree

High School Diploma/Equivalence + 1 year experience

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Evening ShiftDescription:

Position Purpose:

As an ID Floater in the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities department at Pittsburgh Mercy, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Your primary responsibility will be to provide compassionate and personalized care, ensuring the well-being and happiness of residents within our residential care facilities. By fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, you will contribute to the overall mission of Pittsburgh Mercy to empower individuals with disabilities to lead fulfilling lives.

What You Will Do:

• Individualized Care Planning: Develop and implement individualized care plans based on thorough assessments, collaborating with residents, their families, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure personalized and effective support.
• Daily Living Assistance: Provide hands‑on assistance and guidance to residents in daily activities, including personal care, meal preparation, medication management, and recreational activities, fostering independence and self‑sufficiency.
• Emotional and Behavioral Support: Offer empathetic and responsive support to individuals facing emotional or behavioral challenges, employing effective communication and de‑escalation techniques to create a calm and safe environment.
• Community Integration: Facilitate community engagement and integration for residents, organizing social and recreational activities both within and outside the facility, promoting social skills development and a sense of belonging.
• Advocacy and Collaboration: Act as an advocate for residents, liaising with external agencies, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive and holistic care. Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to address residents’ evolving needs and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the department.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree OR High School Diploma/Equivalence and 1 year of paid social services work experience
• Valid Driver License and ability to drive an organization vehicle
• Access to transportation travel locally
• Act 33/34/73 Clearances
• Pre-Employment Drug Screen, Physical/TB
• Must successfully pass Department of Public Welfare Medication Training within 90 days of employment

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Benefits start Day 1 of employment!
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 403B, PTO, Paid Holiday Days, and more!!

Schedule: This is a Non-Exempt (hourly) position

• Monday through Friday 2:30 pm to 10 pm

About Pittsburgh Mercy

We’re a community-based health and human services organization using person-centered care to treat our area’s most vulnerable populations. We work with families in settings that are safe and familiar to them, and view them as equal partners when planning, developing, and monitoring care.

Our mission is to be a compassionate, transforming presence within our communities. We reach out to offer help - and hope - to people who are experiencing: Mental illness and substance abuse, Physical health needs, Intellectual disabilities, and Traumatic events or circumstances, including homelessness + abuse

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.