Direct Support Professional
About the role
Lifesteps is a non-profit human services organization which has been serving Western Pennsylvania for nearly 100 years by “helping individuals and families with life's changing needs”. The Agency provides programs and services to help those with special needs live to their fullest potential. If you have a strong desire to help others and serve the community, this is the right opportunity for you.
Responsibilities
The Residential Aide provides a high level of quality care to individuals while ensuring that each individual is treated with respect and dignity. Improves the quality of life for each individual by assisting them in learning to live and function as independently as possible in their home and community.
Requirements
- 18 yrs. or older
- Ability to lift 200 lbs. with assistance
- Valid driver’s license/auto insurance
- Ability to obtain ACT 33/34 and FBI clearances
Benefits
- 100% agency paid medical, dental and vision insurance premiums
- Paid vacation, sick time and personal/emergency time
- Short & long-term disability insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- 403B Retirement Plan
- Life Insurance
- 12 paid holidays
Schedule
This full-time position works a schedule of evening and overnight shifts of 3pm to 11pm and 11pm to 7am.