Direct Support Professional (FT/1st)

New wage: $19.25/hr with a $2,000 sign-on bonus. House: Hasenflu House, Hermitage, PA 16148.

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. This is an hourly, non-exempt position.

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, 40 hours per week. Rotating schedule:

• Week 1: 7am – 3pm Sunday, Monday, Thursday through Saturday
• Week 2: 7am – 3pm Sunday, Tuesday through Friday
• Week 3: 7am – 3pm Monday through Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package available after 30 days of employment (minimum 30 hours worked):

• Health (UPMC), Dental, and Vision Insurance (effective 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
• Experience is not required; 2 weeks of paid training provided

Training covers daily living skills, social engagement, personal hygiene skills, and each individual’s support plan/personal development goals.