Direct Support Professional

About the role

A nonprofit organization founded in 1951, we provide person-centered social, recreational, and residential support for people with disabilities throughout Allegheny County. Our mission is to support them as they explore options, participate in the community, and strive toward equality. We enthusiastically advocate for the rights of people with disabilities, so they may fully participate in and contribute to community life. Supporting the uniqueness, wholeness, and dignity of each person, we strive to respond to their individual needs and preferences.

Responsibilities

• Support people with disabilities to live their best lives as independently as possible.
• Provide non-judgmental counsel and treat individuals as you would want to be treated.
• Support individuals in many areas of daily living, including administering medication, lifting & transferring, bathing, completing hygiene, grocery shopping, cooking, providing transportation, doing laundry, and light housekeeping.
• Provide companionship and help them find social and recreational activities that they enjoy.
• Report any concerns about their health and safety, and maintain up-to-date daily logs and data reports.

Requirements

• 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license, where applicable (Daylight schedules, Direct Support Professional Floater).
• Ability to pass an Act 33/34 background clearance.
• Ability to lift greater than 50 lbs.
• Passionate about helping people with disabilities.
• 7 day work availability & reliable transportation (Direct Support Professional Floater).

Qualifications

• Punctual and reliable.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a "how-can-I-help-you" attitude.
• Calm and patient.
• Flexible and able to effectively prioritize multiple tasks.
• Conscientious about following policies and procedures and discreet with confidential information.
• Works well both independently and as a collaborative member of a team.

Skills

• Passion for helping people with disabilities.

Benefits

• Medical/Vision/Dental
• Life/LTD/LTC
• Paid Time Off
• 401K enrollment
• Health Savings Account
• Employee Referral Program

Pay

Competitive starting hourly wages at $17.00/hour, eligible to be increased to $17.50/hour after successful completion of 90-day introductory performance evaluation.

Schedule

This full-time entry-level position has evening shifts available immediately, with consistent full-time scheduling!