Direct Support Professional (FT/1st )

Description

New Wage $19.25/hr
$2,000 Sign on Bonus
Verland is currently seeking Direct Support Professionals' to join our team.

House Name

Brodhead House
Location: Aliquippa Pa 15001

Shifts Available

• Full Time - 40 hours
  Shift: 7am-3pm
  Days: Tuesday thru Saturday

Contributions

• 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
• Auxiliary duties include assisting with meals, performing cleaning and laundry duties in the house, transporting clients to appointments and activities in Verland vehicles, bathing, dressing, and assisting clients with personal hygiene, and performing housekeeping duties as needed
• Medication Administration

Exceptional Benefits

• Minimum of 30 hours worked, and employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:
• Health (UPMC), Dental and Vision Insurances (1st of the month following 30 days from start date)
• 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
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support

Requirements

• High school diploma/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
• Completion of training is required at the start of employment

Qualifications

• Experience is not required!
• 2 weeks paid training provided by Verland, to educate new hires on daily living skills, social engagement, personal hygiene skills, along with each individual’s support plan/ personal development goals that are essential to improve the daily lives of the individuals that we serve.

Skills

None specifically listed, but strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision insurance, flexible spending account, 403b retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, competitive PTO, 8 paid holidays, and incentive in lieu of medical coverage.

Pay

$19.25/hr

Schedule

Full Time - 40 hours
Shift: 7am-3pm
Days: Tuesday thru Saturday