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ARC Human Services is Hiring a Direct support professional Near Pittsburgh, PA
Arc Human Services is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to join our team in Pittsburgh! We have positions located throughout the Pittsburgh Area and the South Hills such as Baldwin, Carnegie, and Bridgeville.
$16 - $18.50 Per Hour
Up to a $1000 Sign on Bonus available!
Are you looking for a meaningful job that provides a dynamic work environment, opportunity for advancement and the chance to MAKE A DIFFERENCE in the lives of others?
Arc Human Services is a premier provider of intellectual and developmental disability and mental illness support. We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of those we serve since 1952.
Check us out on our company website; www.archumanservices.org
Job Description
Direct Support Professional (DSP) ensures the health and safety of program participants by providing varying levels of personal care within a community home setting including cooking, cleaning, transportation, community engagement, dispensing medications, supporting goals, and accurate documentation of care.
This position is responsible for assisting in the development of independent living skills, behavior strategies, self-advocacy and prepares participants to become more independent in their homes and communities.
We offer
- Excellent Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision and Supplemental Insurances
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Company paid life and disability insurances
- 401K Retirement Plans with 5% employer match
- Non-Profit employee discounts and eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
- Opportunity to work overtime and holiday bonuses
Qualifications
- Experience helpful, but not necessary- Complete PAID training provided
- 18 years of age or older
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
- Valid Driver's License
- Candidate will need to have the ability to pass background checks, physical, TB (ALL company paid!) - must regularly lift and / or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds and occasionally lift and / or move up to fifty (50) pounds.
Arc Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Last updated : 2024-05-23
Job Summary
Full Time
Wholesale
$32k-36k (estimate)
05/25/2024
05/31/2024
archumanservices.org
WASHINGTON, PA
200 - 500
1991
NICOLE CONLEY
$10M - $50M
Wholesale
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About ARC Human Services
Arc Human Services helps individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental health challenges in a manner that allows them to fulfill their ambitions, protects their rights and fosters meaningful relationships at home, at work and in their communities. Each year, our organization provides housing, job training, life skills, transitional programs, inclusive summer camp, and in-home services for more than 500 individuals across 11 southwestern PA counties.
The following is the career advancement route for Direct support professional positions, which can be used as a reference in future career path planning. As a Direct support professional, it can be promoted into senior positions as a Home Care Aide I that are expected to handle more key tasks, people in this role will get a higher salary paid than an ordinary Direct support professional. You can explore the career advancement for a Direct support professional below and select your interested title to get hiring information.
If you are interested in becoming a Direct Support Professional, you need to understand the job requirements and the detailed related responsibilities. Of course, a good educational background and an applicable major will also help in job hunting. Below are some tips on how to become a Direct Support Professional for your reference.
Step 1: Understand the job description and responsibilities of an Accountant.
Quotes from people on Direct Support Professional job description and responsibilities
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Organizing with transportation arrangements to appointments.
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Shopping for groceries and preparing meals that meet specific client dietary needs.
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Step 2: Knowing the best tips for becoming an Accountant can help you explore the needs of the position and prepare for the job-related knowledge well ahead of time.
Career tips from people on Direct Support Professional jobs
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Understanding of various disabilities.
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These support professionals need to maintain composure and approach crisis situations calmly.
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Employers must be able to rely on their support professionals to show up on time and reliably complete all assigned tasks.
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