Direct Support Professional (FT/1st)

About the role

Verland is seeking Direct Support Professionals to join the team at Southern Highlands House in Upper St Clair, PA 15241. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for providing Exceptional Care to the individuals that call Verland their Home.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized care and ongoing support for people with complex physical, medical and intellectual challenges.
• 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.

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.
• Experience is not required; 2 weeks paid training provided by Verland on 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.

Benefits

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

Pay

Wage: $20.00 per hour. Sign‑on bonus: $2,000.

Schedule

Full‑time, 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 7 am – 3 pm.