Direct Support Professional - Delmont
About The Position
Achieva is seeking a caring, compassionate, and reliable Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving independence, connection, and personal fulfillment. The DSP promotes the health, safety, and well-being of the people they support by assisting with daily living, community engagement, and personal development while advocating for individual choice and dignity. The role is based at Achieva’s Westmoreland Office in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. It is full-time and hourly, with a rate of $18.00–$20.00 per hour based on experience and credentialing, plus a $2,000 sign-on bonus. Achieva offers structured advancement opportunities through the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) certification program: DSP I and DSP II each provide a $0.50 hourly increase, and DSP III provides a $1.00 hourly increase. Advancement pathways to Front Line Supervisor (FLS) certification also offer additional pay increases and bonus incentives upon completion.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Ability to safely perform one-person physical transfers.
- Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.
- Required Act 33 Child Abuse, Act 34 Criminal Record, and FBI background clearances.
- Obtain CPR certification within six months of the start date.
- Complete all training requirements associated with the Direct Support Professional position.
Nice To Haves
- One year of related experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Support individuals in leading meaningful lives through community and personal engagement.
- Assist with personal care tasks, including bathing, laundry, meal preparation, and medication administration.
- Promote independence by supporting budgeting, home management, and daily living skills.
- Accompany individuals to appointments, recreational activities, and community events.
- Document individual progress, successes, and concerns in accordance with program standards.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance with low employee contributions.
- Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance.
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions after one year.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and family support.
- Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
- $2,000 sign-on bonus.
- Pay increases through NADSP certifications and additional pay increases and bonus incentives upon completion of FLS certification.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
