Direct Support Professional (Float)

About the role

Verland is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) Float to provide individualized care and ongoing support for people with complex physical, medical and intellectual challenges in the Moon Twp, Beaver and Sewickley areas. This is an hourly, non‑exempt position requiring a minimum of 32 hours per week, including three weekend shifts each month, with flexibility to travel between assigned residential locations and follow site‑specific shift routines.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized care and ongoing support for residents with complex physical, medical and intellectual challenges.
• Serve as a regional staffing resource, covering designated residential locations within the assigned region.
• Work three weekend shifts per month and maintain a minimum of 32 hours per week, filling open shifts as assigned.
• Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling and travel between assigned locations.
• Follow designated shift routines and assignments established by supervisors at each site.
• Enrich and support the lives of residents while maintaining a safe and healthy environment.
• Introduce and encourage skill development through active treatment activities.
• Implement individualized programs; record all observations and daily progress notes.
• Participate in planning social, home, and recreational activities.
• Assist with meals and perform cleaning and laundry duties in the house.
• Transport clients to appointments and activities in Verland vehicles.
• Bathe, dress, and assist clients with personal hygiene.
• Perform housekeeping duties as needed.
• Administer medication.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Reliable means of transportation.
• Ability to lift and transfer without restrictions.
• Must pass a complete background, physical, and drug screening.
• No prior experience required; two weeks of paid training provided by Verland covering daily living skills, social engagement, personal hygiene, and individual support plans; completion of training is required at the start of employment.

Benefits

• Health (UPMC), Dental and Vision insurances – effective the 1st of the month following 30 days from start date.
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (HSA).
• 403(b) – Traditional and Roth options with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement (for core positions).
• Competitive PTO plan.
• 8 paid holidays.
• Incentive in lieu of medical coverage.
• Career development opportunities.
• Whole Person Wellbeing resources.
• Mental health resources and support.

Pay

$20.00 per hour plus a $2,000 sign‑on bonus.

Schedule

Full‑time position with a minimum of 32 hours per week; includes three weekend shifts each month. Flexibility to travel between assigned locations in the Moon Twp, Beaver and Sewickley areas is required.