Community Support Professional - FT/1st - Unlicensed - Pittsburgh
About The Position
The Community Support Professional provides person-centered support to individuals with developmental disabilities, promoting independence, community inclusion, personal growth, and self-determination in accordance with the principles of Everyday Lives. The role supports individuals across community and program settings and helps them pursue the goals in their Individual Support Plans (ISPs). The position involves supporting daily living, personal care, decision-making, community participation, vocational exploration, and employment-focused activities. The professional monitors health, safety, and well-being; implements behavior support plans and communication strategies; provides transportation; and completes required documentation. They also collaborate with team members, families, and community partners and participate in meetings, training, and ongoing professional development.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver's license and ability to meet agency insurance requirements.
- Current CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain and maintain certification.
- Medication Administration certification if designated for the role.
- Required clearances, including Acts 33 and 34 and FBI clearance when applicable.
- Physical examination and tuberculosis screening maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Applicable certifications or degrees required by service definitions for Community Participation Support Enhanced Services.
- Compassion, dependability, and a genuine passion for supporting individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Commitment to promoting independence, dignity, and community inclusion.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
- Positive, team-oriented mindset focused on person-centered care.
- Flexibility to support individuals in a variety of community and program settings.
Nice To Haves
- One year of direct care experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities.
Responsibilities
- Support individuals in achieving goals outlined in their Individual Support Plans (ISPs).
- Assist with community integration, volunteer opportunities, recreational activities, and social engagement.
- Promote independence in daily living skills, personal care, and decision-making.
- Support vocational exploration and employment-focused activities.
- Provide transportation and accompany individuals to appointments, activities, and community events.
- Monitor individuals’ health, safety, and well-being in all environments.
- Implement behavior support plans and communication strategies.
- Administer medications in accordance with certification and agency policies.
- Complete documentation, service notes, health records, and other required reports.
- Collaborate with team members, families, and community partners to provide high-quality support.
- Participate in team meetings, training, and ongoing professional development.
Benefits
- Highmark medical and mental health coverage.
- Delta Dental and Davis Vision coverage.
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Teladoc virtual health.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
- On-demand pay.
- Employee referral bonus program.
- Student loan forgiveness.
- College scholarship and tuition discounts.
- Employee discounts.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Discounted on-site weekday childcare at the Erie Campus.
- Employee discounts for select BNI events and services.
- Generous paid time off.
- Seven paid holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
