Direct Support Professional- Residential IDD

Devereux•Braddock, PA

1d•$18 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Being a Direct Support Professional has its Advantages: As a DSP at Devereux/TCV, you will work with other dedicated professionals who want to improve the lives of individuals with disabilities. TCV Community Services, located in Western PA, has been a leading community provider for over 50 years in supporting individuals with mental health, intellectual disabilities, and behavioral health/substance abuse needs, and we are looking for mission-driven, compassionate, reliable and creative people to join our community of care.

Requirements

Be 18 years of age or older.
High School Diploma/GED
Valid driver's license & 3 years of a clean driving record.
Agree to a PA state criminal history, child abuse record and FBI Clearance.
Agree to a pre-employment drug screening, one-step TB and physical.
Have experience with the developmentally disabled or as a care provider (ADL required in care delivery).
Be empathetic, patient with behaviors and can apply the techniques taught

Responsibilities

Provide direct support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Assist individuals with daily living activities (ADLs).
Apply techniques taught to manage behaviors.
Lift up to 50+ pounds.

Benefits

Tuition Assistance.
Health, Vision, Dental Insurance (must work 30 hours a week to be eligible).
403(b) retirement plan.
Paid Training.
Student Loan Assistance.
ASCEND career accelerator program (includes tuition and student loan repayment).
Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day).
403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit.
Voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
Employee assistance / work-life balance program.