DSP Enhanced 30 - Thursday-Saturday Overnight

Mainstay Life Services•Pittsburgh, PA

5d•$23 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Enhanced Direct Support Professionals in Mainstay Life Services’ Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) Program support people with intellectual disabilities and autism in a community living environment that combines careful meal planning and physical exercise. The role supports the organization’s mission of providing lifelong, high-quality services so people can lead fulfilling lives and pursue a desirable future. The professional assists with daily activities, including meal preparation, medication administration, and transportation to work or community activities, promoting independence and socially valued roles. This position provides direct care and support in daily living, social, and recreational activities. It includes monitoring food intake and implementing a PWS-specific low-calorie diet; supporting activities of daily living and health and wellness; using positive behavior support and crisis prevention strategies; administering medication; and helping individuals build community connections, make choices, and develop daily living and interpersonal skills. The role also requires implementing Individual Support Plan outcomes, maintaining accurate and confidential records, communicating with supervisors and support teams, attending mandatory meetings and training, and assisting with training new staff. The position is full-time and scheduled Thursday through Saturday, 11:00 p.m. to 9:00 a.m. It is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The listed pay is $22.75 per hour.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Valid driver's license required.
Must be eligible for Act 33/34 clearances.
Pre-employment drug screen required.
High school diploma or GED required.
One of the following experience and education combinations is accepted: a bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field and one year of experience working with adults with intellectual disabilities and autism, and/or Prader-Willi Syndrome; or a high school diploma and two years of such experience.
Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly.
Ability to respond quickly to sounds, move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces, see and respond to dangerous situations, work in extreme weather, and wear personal protective gear correctly for most of the day.
Vision is essential for the position.
Demonstrated skills in person-centered care, teamwork, ethics/responsibility/integrity, and professional oral and written communication.

Nice To Haves

Experience with adaptive equipment preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Support individuals with typical daily activities and effective communication.
Assess individuals’ needs for interventions and supports and provide crisis prevention and intervention services.
Monitor food intake and implement the PWS-specific low-calorie diet.
Assist with activities of daily living, including grooming, bathing, and dressing.
Implement positive behavior support strategies to manage complex or challenging behaviors.
Participate in learning opportunities related to supporting people with PWS.
Provide emotional and physical support that promotes independence and community inclusion.
Support individuals’ health and wellness, including daily exercise, healthy eating, and engagement in their neighborhood or community.
Safely and effectively administer medications in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Mainstay policies and procedures.
Comply with laws, policies, and procedures; report concerns about compliance or business practices; and complete required annual compliance and integrity training.
Support individuals in building community support networks and participating in community and organizational activities.
Advocate for individuals, empower them to make choices, and provide education, training, and self-development in accordance with their Individual Support Plans.
Build and maintain relationships with individuals’ families, friends, and supporters; treat individuals with dignity and respect and support their choices.
Encourage, guide, and train individuals in daily living and interpersonal skills.
Maintain confidentiality and the integrity and security of paper and electronic health and care records, using person-centered and trauma-informed language.
Use technology for documentation, including electronic client record software, Microsoft Office, email, payroll, and timekeeping systems.
Complete and submit required documentation accurately and on time in accordance with organization, program, and payer requirements.
Communicate relevant information, problems, and concerns with supervisors and peers as necessary.
Assess and evaluate individuals’ behaviors and skills and implement ISP outcome action plans as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Complete written service notes and report billing hours as directed.
Attend and participate in mandatory staff meetings and meetings with individuals’ support teams as necessary.
Maintain appropriate professional conduct and dress, follow the agency Code of Conduct, and cooperate with staff, individuals, families, community members, vocational providers, and educational providers.
Assist in training new staff.
Complete other duties assigned by the Program Manager, Associate Coordinator, and Program Coordinator.