Lead DSP - Residential

Partners For Quality; Penn Hills (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 22,937 - 27,069; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid orientation and training

Free parking (select locations)

Employee Activities and Recognition Programs

Job summary

A nonprofit community-based agency is seeking a Lead Direct Support Professional in the Penn Hills area. The role involves supporting individuals with behavioral health challenges and overseeing staff in residential settings. Candidates should have a High School Diploma, experience with intellectual disabilities, and the ability to perform physical tasks. A comprehensive benefits package and cash incentives are included.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities or Autism.
• Experience in a residential setting preferred.
• Act 34 Clearance and FBI Clearance, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Community Living Manager with the operation of assigned residential homes.
• Provide education and coaching support to staff.
• Communicate significant information regarding client care and support.

Skills

Experience with intellectual disabilities

Ability to lift and transfer

Valid PA driver's license

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Overview

Milestone Centers, a subsidiary of Partners For Quality Inc., is a nonprofit, community-based human services agency supporting individuals with behavioral health challenges and intellectual & developmental disabilities in communities throughout Western Pennsylvania. Our Agency oversees 20 residential settings, two outpatient offices, three adult training facilities, a prevocational enterprise program, a consumer drop-in center, habilitation services, and two Health Care Quality Units in Butler and Warren, which train professionals in 18 counties. Milestone Centers has earned certification from the Sanctuary Institute for providing trauma‑informed care.

Organization: Milestone Centers Inc.
Department: IDD Residential
Position: Lead DSP - Residential
Status: Full Time;
Schedule / Hours: 40 hours a week mostly weekdays with some weekend requirements
Location: Monroeville area including Wilkinsburg and Penn Hills

Responsibilities

The Lead Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible to the Community Living Manager (CLM) assisting with the overall operation of assigned residential homes. The Lead DSP provides education and coaching support to staff to facilitate goals in clients’ Individual Support Plans (ISP). This position provides direct care and support to ID&A Residential clients with their individual goals and activities of daily living, as needed and as defined in their Individual Support Plans (ISPs).

• Report to the CLM concerning the operation of assigned residential homes.
• Exercise initiative and independent judgement during the performance of required duties.
• Communicate significant information (including staffing/transportation changes and behavioral/medical problems to the CLM, nurse, staff and non‑residential staff).
• Assist with education, training and coaching DSPs to ensure consistent implementation of Individual Support Plans; knowledge and understanding of SEEPs, Crisis Plans and Behavioral Support Plans; completion of accurate record keeping and documentation (Service Notes, Behavior Logs, Communication Notes, Incident Reports…); compliance with 6400 Regulations; coaching and mentoring of all newly hired DSPs.
• Works with staff and clients to maintain a safe and healthy home environment.
• Completes weekly physical site checklists.
• Completes Maintain X requests as needed.
• Assists with monitoring clients’ finances.
• Assures therapeutic diets are properly prepared and served.
• Properly administers and/or observes medication administration; implements and discontinues medications.
• Creates monthly activity calendar.
• Tracks medical appointments according to regulations and client needs.
• Successful completion of medication administration training.

CASH INCENTIVES

• $1,000 Employee Referral (for successfully referring someone to Full Time employment)

Benefits

• Full Time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package.
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurances.
• $1,200 cash payout option in lieu of Health Insurance coverage.
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account.
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account.
• 16 to 26 Paid Days Off / year.
• Wellness Days (2 per year).
• Sick Time.
• 8 Paid Holidays.Short Term Disability.
• Long Term Disability.
• Life Insurance.
• Optional 401(k) with Employer match.

WORK PERKS

• Paid orientation and training.
• Free parking (select locations).
• Employee Activities, Rewards and Recognition Programs.
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program.

APPLY TO THIS POSITION

Interested applicants can choose to apply in any of the following ways:
Complete an employment application online.
Email resumes: [e-mail]

Partners For Quality and its family of agencies are an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience working with people with intellectual disabilities and/or Autism.
• Experience in a residential setting preferred.
• Ability to lift and transfer without restriction.
• Valid PA driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Act 34 Clearance and FBI Clearance, if applicable.
• Complete and maintain Department of Human Services Medication Administration Certification.

Minimum Compensation: USD $16.65/Hr.
Maximum Compensation: USD $19.65/Hr.