Job Type Full-timeDescriptionBuild a Future with VERLAND as a Direct Support Professional Position Sewickley, PA 15143 - Main Campus Shifts available: Part Time- 40 hours Week 1 * 6 am - 2:30 pm: Sun thru ThursWeek 2 * 6 am - 2:30 pm: Mon thru FriVerland is hiring Exceptional People to provide Compassionat e Care as a Direct Support Professional at the Sewickley campus. Our Mission is that We believe that every person deserves a safe, enriching, and stable environment in which to thrive with dignity and respect. Our mission is to provide individualized, innovative care and ongoing support for people in our community with complex physical and intellectual challenges. Our staff are responsible for providing excellent care to individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities.Verland's Vision is simple To lead the way in transformative care, for those with complex needs, allowing all individuals the power to live a life of dignity and contribute to our society to the full extent of their abilities. Two-weeks paid training provided by Verland, to educate new hires on daily living skills, social engagement, personal hygiene skills, along with each individual's support plan/ personal development goals that are essential to improve the daily lives of the individuals that we serve. Completion of training is required at the start of employment. Look what Verland has to offer . . .
- Medical, dental and vision coverage - eligibility is first of the month following 30 days of employment
- UPMC Health Plan high deductible coverage with Health Savings Account and employer quarterly contributions
- Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
- Life insurance - company paid and voluntary options - eligibility is first of the month following 90 days of employment
- Short-term and Long-term disability - company paid - eligibility is first of the month following 1 year of service with 1,000 hours worked
- Retirement plan - 403(b) - with dollar-for-dollar employer match up to 5% contribution after a year of full-time service and 3-year cliff vesting
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $3,000 per year - eligibility to participate after 6 months of full-time employment
- Employee Assistance Program - helping you navigate your work/life balance - eligibility is first of the month following 30 days of employment
Responsibilities:
- Bathe, dress, and assist clients with personal hygiene
- Housekeeping, cleaning and laundry duties
- Cook and Prepare meals
- Assist with meals and feeding
- Medication Administration
- Transport clients to appointments and activities in VERLAND vehicles
- Assist with transporting clients to day program
- Participate in planning social, home, and recreational activities
- Record all observations and daily progress notes
- Other duties may be performed per clients' needs
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED
- Valid PA Driver's License with reliable transportation
- Ability to lift and transfer without restrictions
- Must pass a complete Background, Physical, and Drug screening
- Experience is NOT required!
- Completion of training is required at the start of employment
- Completion of ODP Medication Administration Course is required at the start of employment
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