Direct Support Professional (FT/1st)

Verland CLA • Pittsburgh, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Verland is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide individualized care and ongoing support to people in the community with complex physical, medical, and intellectual challenges. The role supports residents in their home and helps maintain a safe, healthy environment. This is an hourly, non-exempt position at Villahaven House in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. The schedule is full-time, 40 hours per week, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sunday through Thursday. The posting lists a wage of $20.00 per hour and a $2,000 sign-on bonus.

Verland provides two weeks of paid training at the start of employment. Training covers daily living skills, social engagement, personal hygiene skills, and residents’ support plans and personal development goals. Completion of training is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Reliable means of transportation.
• Ability to lift and transfer without restrictions.
• Must pass background, physical, and drug screenings.
• Experience is not required.
• Completion of Verland’s two-week paid training is required at the start of employment.

Responsibilities

• Enrich and support residents’ lives while maintaining a safe and healthy environment.
• Introduce and encourage skill development through active treatment activities.
• Implement individualized programs and record observations and daily progress notes.
• Participate in planning social, home, and recreational activities.
• Assist with meals and perform cleaning and laundry duties in the house.
• Transport clients to appointments and activities in Verland vehicles.
• Bathe, dress, and assist clients with personal hygiene.
• Perform housekeeping duties as needed.
• Administer medication.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $2,000 sign-on bonus.
• Health insurance through UPMC, available the first of the month following 30 days from start date.
• Dental insurance, available the first of the month following 30 days from start date.
• Vision insurance, available the first of the month following 30 days from start date.
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (HSA).
• 403(b) Traditional and Roth plans with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement for core positions.
• Competitive PTO plan.
• Eight paid holidays.
• Incentive in lieu of medical coverage.
• Career development.
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources.
• Mental health resources and support.
• Two weeks of paid training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED