Direct Support Professional, Home & Community
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Key details
- Salary
- $37K–$42K/yr
- Location
- Greensburg, PA, United States
- Work style
- Onsite
- Level
- Mid level
- Job type
- Full-time
- Function
- Healthcare
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- 2w ago
Skills
About the role
Pay Rate: $18 - $20/hour (based on experience and credentialing)
Sign-On Bonus: Up to $2,000
Location: Greensburg
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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