Therapeutic Staff Support (TSS) - Specialized Adult Residential

Passavant Memorial Homes Family of Services; West Newton (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals for full-time Therapeutic Staff Support positions. This role involves providing essential one-on-one support to children with intellectual disabilities or mental health needs in both home and community settings. You will engage in various activities, including meal preparation, medication administration, and transportation. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a dynamic and supportive environment that values career development and offers competitive wages. If you're motivated to help others and promote independence, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Wages

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Generous PTO package

401K Retirement Plan

Career Development Opportunities

Tuition Assistance Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years of age and valid driver's license required.
• Experience working with children with ID or mental health is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support services to individuals.
• Assist individuals in daily living and community activities.

Skills

Compassion

Motivation to help others

Direct care services

Behavior observation

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Associate's degree or 60 credit hours in a related field

Tools

Medication administration

Record keeping

Job description

$5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS AVAILABLE FOR FULL-TIME POSITIONS!*

Passavant Memorial Homes is one of the foremost, consumer-focused providers of support to individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism, mental health, and behavioral health needs. The mission of Passavant Memorial Homes is to empower individuals to live successfully in the community. Our team of professionals have been dedicated to promoting choice and independence for individuals with intellectual disabilities for more than 120 years.

Passavant Memorial Homes is currently seeking responsible, caring, and dedicated people to fill full-time Therapeutic Staff Support (TSS) positions in the West Newton area. Available full-time positions consist of daylight shifts (8:00 am - 10:00 pm), evening shifts (2:00 pm - 12:00 am), or Block Shifts. Block Shifts are a condensed work week and require staying overnight at the residence in an on-call capacity.

Therapeutic Staff Support positions play a crucial role in fulfilling the mission of Passavant Memorial Homes by providing quality support services one-on-one with children in the home or community setting. This includes activities such as preparing meals, administering medication, and providing transportation to work or community activities. To be successful in this role, you must be compassionate, motivated to help others, and dedicated to providing quality support.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE THERAPEUTIC STAFF SUPPORT (TSS):

• Provide direct care services and specialized care in daily living, social and recreational activities.
• Provide assistance and support to foster maximum independence of individuals.
• Participate in the development and implementation of the individual support plan.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of the individuals.
• Assist and encourage individuals to engage in various activities in the home and community.
• Observe individuals’ behaviors and changes in physical condition, utilize prescribed strategies to assist the individual, and document and report accordingly.
• Administer medications (upon completion of certification; all necessary training is provided).
• Maintain various records regarding individuals.
• Perform needed housekeeping and cleaning duties (home and vehicle).

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE OF THE THERAPEUTIC STAFF SUPPORT (TSS):

• Minimum of 21 years of age, required.
• Valid driver’s license, required.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field (Official transcripts must be supplied), required.
• Two years experience working with children with ID or mental health, required.

OR

• Associates degree or 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university in a related field (Official transcripts must be supplied), required.
• Four years experience working with children with ID or mental health, required.

PASSAVANT MEMORIAL HOMES OFFERS A VARIETY OF BENEFITS INCLUDING:

• Competitive Wages: $22.50 an hour
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Coverage
• Generous PTO package
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Dynamic and Supportive Work Environment
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities, including nationally-recognized certifications through the National Alliance of Direct Support Professionals (NADSP)
• Tuition Assistance Program: tuition assistance is available for eligible employees, up to $3,000 per year for full-time employees and up to $1,500 per year for part-time employees
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): Passavant Memorial Homes is a qualified employer for the federal PSLF program

Now offering Open Interviews at our regional offices! Open Interviews will be held from 9am-3pm on Tuesdays in Mt. Pleasant (370 East Main Street, Mount Pleasant, PA 15666), Wednesdays in Rochester (641 Reno Street Rochester, PA 15074) and Fridays in Harmarville (102 Passavant Way Pittsburgh, PA 15238).

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