Direct Support Professional (PT/3rd)

About the role

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) plays a crucial role in providing exceptional care to individuals who reside at Mississippi House, located in Pittsburgh, PA 15216. Shifts available include part-time positions ranging from 8 hours per week, specifically 11pm - 7am on Sundays.

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 as directed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• A minimum of a high school diploma or GED
• A valid driver's license
• Reliable means of transportation
• Ability to lift and transfer without restrictions
• Pass a complete background, physical, and drug screening

Qualifications

• No prior experience is required!

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of basic first aid and CPR

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision insurance, healthcare flexible spending account (HSA), dependent care flexible spending account, 403b retirement plans with company match, tuition reimbursement, competitive paid time off (PTO) plan, 8 paid holidays, and incentive in lieu of medical coverage
• Career development opportunities and access to mental health resources and wellbeing resources

Pay

Hourly rate commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Part-time positions ranging from 8 hours per week, specifically 11pm - 7am on Sundays.