Direct Support Professional (FT/2nd)

About the role

Verland is seeking Direct Support Professionals to join the team at Woodland House in Oil City, PA. In this role you will provide exceptional care to individuals with complex physical, medical and intellectual challenges, supporting skill development, implementing individualized programs, assisting with meals, housekeeping, transportation, personal hygiene, and medication administration.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized care and ongoing support for residents with complex physical, medical and intellectual challenges.
• 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.
• 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; 2 weeks paid training provided by Verland on daily living skills, social engagement, personal hygiene, and individual support plans.

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.
• Whole person wellbeing resources.
• Mental health resources and support.

Pay

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

Schedule

Full‑time, 40 hours per week. Shift pattern rotates every two weeks:
Week 1: 2 pm–10 pm, Monday through Thursday and Saturday.
Week 2: 2 pm–10 pm, Sunday, Tuesday through Friday.