Residential Direct Care Advisor

Trinity Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

403B plan

PTO

Paid holiday days

Job summary

Pittsburgh Mercy, part of Trinity Health, is seeking a Residential Direct Care Advisor in the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities department in Pittsburgh. The role centers on hands-on support, daily living assistance, and advocacy to empower residents.

You will work evenings, develop individualized care plans, coordinate with families and a multidisciplinary team, and help residents engage in community activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or HS diploma with 1 year direct care experience.
• Valid driver license and ability to drive organization vehicle.
• Access to transportation locally.
• Act 33/34/73 clearances.
• Pre-Employment Drug Screen, Physical/TB.
• Must complete Department of Public Welfare Medication Training within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized care plans based on assessments.
• Provide hands-on daily living assistance and support to residents.
• Offer emotional and behavioral support and de-escalation as needed.
• Facilitate community engagement and recreational activities for residents.
• Advocate for residents and collaborate with families and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Direct care

Communication

Transportation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or HS diploma

Job description

Employment Type: Full timeShift: Evening ShiftDescription:

Position Purpose

As a Residential Direct Care Advisor 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. This is a Direct Care position, centered on providing hands-on support to residents in their daily lives. 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 direct care 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

• Sunday - Thursday 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

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are 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, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.