Direct Support Professional, Home & Community
$37k to $42k
Job description
Job Details: Job Location: Achieva Main Office
- Pittsburgh, PA, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Direct Support Professional Location: Mt. Lebanon Additional Job Details Pay Rate: $18 - $20/hour (based on experience and credentialing) Sign-On Bonus: Up to $2,000 FUNCTION: The Direct Support Professional (DSP) plays a vital role in promoting the health, safety, and well-being of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You’ll support daily living activities, community engagement, and personal development, while advocating for individual choice and dignity.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Understands, supports, and advocates with people we support by helping them live a life of personal significance. Identifies, documents, and shares concerns and successes as appropriate. Transports and accompanies people to activities, appointments, and events. Helps with personal care tasks as needed, laundry, and food preparation.
Assists with money management by promoting independence Completes service documentation/notes in Therap on the same day service is provided in accordance with agency guidelines. Additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS: No previous experience required – we provide all the training you’ll need! GED or High School Diploma required Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license and a reliable, insured vehicle preferred. Able to pass required background checks (Act 33 and Act 34 clearances). A caring attitude and willingness to help others Why Join Achieva?
Meaningful Work: Directly contribute to the lives of people with disabilities Inclusive Culture: Be part of a values-driven, supportive team Comprehensive Benefits Include: 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 for personal and family support Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays for work-life balance Our Commitment to Inclusion Achieva is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and is committed to creating a workplace and community where all individuals feel respected, included, and valued.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. We are dedicated to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in employment, programs, and activities.
To request an accommodation, contact Human Resources at 412-995-5000 ext 650 or hrsupport@achieva.info.
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