Direct Support Professional DSP Lower Burrell (RF: 1899)

About the position

We are seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) for full-time positions working with adults with IDDs in Lower Burrell, PA 15068 and the Greater Pittsburgh area. We’re looking for candidates for all shifts, but the primary need is overnight from 10:00pm – 7:00am. The DSPs will assist consumers with activities of daily living (ADL) in a group home setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision, guidance, instruction, and/or skill-building to assigned individuals served within a specific program site regarding daily living activities, safety, and interaction with others.
• Provide active treatment at all times and adhere to standards, procedures, and schedules.
• Exercise sound judgment and good decision-making appropriate to the assignment.
• Assist and train consumers in all aspects of self-care to ensure the maximal level of independence for that individual.
• Ensure a safe and clean living environment for residents.
• Intervene in crises.
• Encourage individuals in the constructive use of leisure time.
• Attend scheduled staff team meetings.
• Observe and make written entries in the logbook as directed.

Requirements

• High School diploma
• Up-to-date clearances
• PA Criminal Background Check
• Current CPR and first aid training
• A recent Physical/TB Test
• A valid Driver’s License
• Ability to interact effectively, professionally, and compassionately with elderly and disabled participants, their family, and/or professional care provider(s)