Direct Support Professional

The Verland Foundation Inc • Sewickley, PA

2h • Onsite

About The Position

Verland is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for its Main Campus in Sewickley, Pennsylvania. The DSP provides individualized care and ongoing support to community members with complex physical, medical, and intellectual challenges, helping residents live safely and supporting their development. This hourly, non-exempt position has a part-time schedule of 24 hours per week: Saturday and Sunday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Verland provides two weeks of paid training at the start of employment. Training covers daily living and personal hygiene skills, social engagement, and the individuals’ support plans and personal development goals. Completion of training is required at the start of employment. A $2,000 sign-on bonus is offered. The posting describes a comprehensive benefits package for employees working at least 30 hours, while the stated schedule for this role is 24 hours per week.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Reliable means of transportation.
• Ability to lift and transfer without restrictions.
• Must pass a complete background, physical, and drug screening.
• Complete required two-week paid training at the start of employment.

Responsibilities

• Enrich and support residents’ lives while maintaining a safe and healthy environment.
• 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $2,000 sign-on bonus.
• Health insurance through UPMC, dental insurance, and vision insurance, beginning the first of the month after 30 days from the start date; benefits package is specified for employees working at least 30 hours.
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (HSA).
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account.
• 403(b) traditional and Roth plans with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement for core positions.
• Competitive paid time off 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: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED