Direct Support Professional

Pay Rate: $15/hour

Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 8:00am-3:30pm

Location: The Cog, Homestead, PA

About the Role

This is an entry-level role in the day program department. The position is primarily responsible for following all health and safety protocols outlined in each individual’s ISP by adhering to the policies and practices of the department, which follow state regulations. Clear and thorough, consistent communication and follow-up with all team members—including family, medical professionals, supports coordinators, behavior consultants, and other TCV staff and supervisors—is required.

Responsibilities

• Engage and interact with individuals in a positive manner, regardless of behaviors.
• Provide and ensure a safe environment, supervise individuals, follow program rules and routines, and report and document all safety-related incidents.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and aesthetically pleasing environment.
• Teach and assist individuals in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as room cleaning, chores, laundry, and personal hygiene.
• Complete relevant documentation and paperwork, including Profiler, RADAR, assessments, group notes, data collection, and individual progress notes.
• Assist clinicians by reviewing service notes for quality, conducting observations, providing feedback for required trainings (e.g., Essential Skills), and serving as a mentor.

Requirements

• GED or High School diploma.
• Previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or autism spectrum disorders preferred but not required.
• Valid driver’s license.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly work with individuals with unpredictable behavior.
• Frequent walking, standing, stooping, bending, kneeling; occasional sitting, running, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Vision and physical ability to operate vehicles.
• Regularly accompany individuals on off-site activities and appointments.
• Ability to perform CPR, First Aid, and Behavior Management physical interventions.
• Significant and frequent use of verbal and written communication.
• Must be free of dependency and abuse of illegal or illicit drugs, alcohol, inhalants, or other controlled substances.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and welfare program for eligible full-time employees, family members, and domestic partners, including medical (with telemedicine), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education assistance.
• Generous time-off (accruing from the first day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee-paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
• Employee assistance and work-life balance program.
• ASCEND career accelerator program offering career guidance, one-on-one coaching, skills development, and financial assistance, including tuition and student loan repayment.

About the Company

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight, and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational, and employment programs that positively impact the lives of over 10,000 children, adults, and their families every year.

Mission: Devereux changes lives by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral, or cognitive differences. With nearly 6,500 employees, Devereux serves individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education, and foster care.

Culture: Devereux embeds Servant Leadership throughout its culture, fostering a mission-driven, people-first mindset. The organization is committed to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment rooted in inclusivity and a sense of belonging.