Direct Support Professional- Residential IDD
About The Position
Direct Support Professionals at Devereux/TCV work with other dedicated professionals 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. Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year. Our mission is to change lives by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences. With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster 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 support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADL).
- Apply learned techniques for managing 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
- 100% of tuition covered
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
