Direct Support Professional (FT/3rd)

About the role

Verland is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide exceptional care to residents of Villahaven House in Bethel Park, PA. This hourly, non‑exempt position involves individualized support for individuals with complex physical, medical, and intellectual challenges.

Responsibilities

• 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 using Verland vehicles.
• Bathe, dress, and assist clients with personal hygiene.
• Perform housekeeping duties as needed.
• Medication administration.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable means of transportation.
• Ability to lift and transfer without restrictions.
• Pass a complete background, physical, and drug screening.
• No prior experience required; two weeks of paid training provided.
• Completion of training is required at the start of employment.

Benefits

• Health (UPMC), dental, and vision insurance (effective the first of the month after 30 days).
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (HSA).
• 403(b) – Traditional and Roth with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement for core positions.
• Competitive PTO plan.
• Eight paid holidays.
• Incentive in lieu of medical coverage.
• Career development opportunities.
• Whole‑person wellbeing resources.
• Mental health resources and support.

Pay

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

Schedule

Full‑time, 32 hours per week. Shifts are 11 pm – 7 am on Sunday, Monday, Friday, and Saturday.