Direct Support Professional (School for the Deaf)

Pressley Ridge Career•Pittsburgh, PA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

This opportunity is for the residential component of Pressley Ridge School for the Deaf, in Pittsburgh Pa. The Direct Support Professional assists in the developing, implementing, and monitoring of individual and group service plans, including life skills and recreational activities.

Requirements

Clearances. State Police; FBI clearance; child abuse clearance; CPSL Mandated Reporter-Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse training; any additional background checks/clearances required by state governing bodies.
Valid driver’s license and current vehicle insurance, if applicable.
Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) required. Applicants not meeting the minimum ASL proficiency are required to complete coursework and meet the minimum proficiency after hire.
Must meet minimum requirements for Hearing, speech and vision. Hearing not applicable for the School for the Deaf.

Responsibilities

Building and maintaining positive relationships with youth
Assures the continuous safety of all youth
Implement therapeutic and educational activities
Assures comprehensive documentation of program activities
Assures the continuing development of professional skills

Benefits

Medical coverage available with a Health Savings Account (HSA) with 100% employer match
Prescription coverage
Dental and vision plans
Patient advocate and Medicare specialists available at no cost
Dependent Care Flexible Savings Account
Wellness incentive (up to $250)
403b with up to 9% employer give/match
Free life insurance and AD&D
Paid vacation time (12-month employees eligible)
Paid sick time (up to 15 days)
Paid holidays including a birthday holiday
Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)