What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional - Part-time - Latrobe position at Achieva?
Rate: Rate depending on experience
Work Schedule: Full-Time / Part-Time, Hourly
Location: Community-Based / Multiple Locations
Make a Meaningful Impact
Are you a mission-driven individual looking to make a difference in someone’s life? Achieva is seeking caring, compassionate, and reliable individuals to support people with disabilities in achieving independence, connection, and personal fulfillment. If you value flexibility, empowerment, and community-centered work, we welcome you to apply.
About Achieva
For over 70 years, Achieva has been committed to supporting and including individuals with disabilities and their families. We envision a community where everyone leads a life of personal significance. Achieva provides personalized services and opportunities that respect each person’s unique aspirations.
Position Summary
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.
Key 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, including laundry and food preparation.
- Assists with money management by promoting independence.
- Administers medications and documents required information.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- No previous experience or formal education required – we provide all the training you’ll need!
- Caring attitude and a strong willingness to help others.
- Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License and access to a reliable, insured vehicle.
- Required clearances: Satisfactory Act 33 (Child Abuse) and Act 34 (Criminal Record) background checks.
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 (EAP) for personal and family support
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays for work-life balance
Why Join Achieva?
- Meaningful Work: Directly contribute to the lives of people with disabilities.
- Inclusive Culture: Be part of a values-driven, supportive team.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Achieva advocates with, empowers, and supports people with disabilities and their families throughout their lives.
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.