Casual Pool

About the role

As a Casual Pool Specialist, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities within our residential and/or day programs. This is a part-time, flexible, as-needed position, offering you the opportunity to make a difference while tailoring your work schedule to your needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to individuals with daily living skills (cooking, cleaning, personal hygiene, etc.) and activities.
• Assist with implementing person-centered plans, promoting independence and individual choices.
• Foster a positive and supportive environment, encouraging social interaction and emotional well-being.
• Document progress and observations accurately and concisely.
• Collaborate effectively with team members, including direct support professionals, program coordinators, and supervisors.
• Participate in ongoing training and development opportunities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma OR Equivalence
• Valid Driver License and ability to drive an organization vehicle
• Access to transportation to 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

Schedule

This is a Non-Exempt (hourly) position. You must work a minimum of 4 work shifts per month, with the flexibility to pick the shifts that work best for you. You will also have the ability to pick up additional shifts if desired. This position will require working rotating shifts, which may include weekends and holidays.

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. Our mission is to be a compassionate, transforming presence within our communities, and 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.

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.