Direct Support Professional

Devereux•West Homestead, PA

1d•$18 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

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. They are looking for mission-driven, compassionate, reliable, and creative people to join their community of care. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Devereux/TCV, you will work with other dedicated professionals who want to improve the lives of individuals with disabilities. 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. Their 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. At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout their culture and every aspect of their organizational framework. Their mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming they provide.

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.
Be able to lift up to 50+ pounds.

Responsibilities

Work with other dedicated professionals who want to improve the lives of individuals with disabilities.
Apply techniques taught for behavioral support.
Provide care delivery, including Activities of Daily Living (ADL).

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 100% of tuition covered and student loan repayment).
Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
Continuing education assistance.
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.