Weekend DSP: 40-Hour Block, $17/hr, Weekly Pay

Tutelage Residential Services, LLC; Penn Hills (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid holidays

40-hour blocks

Paid training

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Tutelage Residential Services, based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is hiring a Direct Support Professional for a weekend block. The role offers part-time work every other weekend, focusing on supporting adults with IDD in a therapeutic home environment and helping them build independence.

You will document care plans, work with the team, and assist with daily living activities, medical administration as trained, and community integration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of human services experience preferred.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and perform household maintenance tasks.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Foster a supportive and engaging environment in alignment with the Everyday Lives philosophy.
• Implement behavior and support plans with consistency and compassion.
• Support individuals with daily living tasks, including hygiene, meals, and appointments.
• Encourage participation in social and recreational activities.
• Accurately document shift activity and communication logs.
• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and order within the home environment.
• Administer medications as trained and required.
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and monthly fire drills.
• Assist with household responsibilities such as grocery shopping, cleaning, yard work etc.
• Support individuals with financial tracking (e.g., petty cash, client funds).

Skills

Strong work ethic

Emotional intelligence

Excellent communication

Collaborative team

Independent worker

Digital documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Tutelage Residential Services, based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is hiring a Direct Support Professional for a weekend block. The role offers part-time work every other weekend, focusing on supporting adults with IDD in a therapeutic home environment and helping them build independence.

You will document care plans, work with the team, and assist with daily living activities, medical administration as trained, and community integration.