Direct Support Professional (FT/1st/2nd)

House: Locust House • Location: Pittsburgh, PA 15241 • Full-time, non-exempt

About the role

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides individualized care and ongoing support for people in our community with complex physical, medical, and intellectual challenges.

Responsibilities

• Enrich and support the lives of our 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
• Other duties as assigned

Schedule

• Full-time, 32 hours per week
• Shift: 8 am – 12 pm, Saturday and Sunday

Pay

$19.25 per hour

Benefits

• Health (UPMC), Dental, and Vision insurance (effective the 1st of the month following 30 days from start date)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (HSA)
• 403b – Traditional and Roth 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

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 check, physical, and drug screening

Training

Two weeks of paid training provided by Verland, covering daily living skills, social engagement, personal hygiene skills, and each individual’s support plan/personal development goals. Completion of training is required at the start of employment.