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Helping Hands: Home & Community Supports

Direct Support Professional- MCKEESPORT & PITTSBURGH & PENN HILLS

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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What they do

A Home Health Aide helps individuals who are disabled, elderly, or chronically ill with daily tasks, such as dressing, washing, and light housekeeping. They can care for patients in their homes or other healthcare settings, and may perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require more comprehensive agency-approved training programs.

$34,421 / year median in Pennsylvania

+23% projected growth

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Job Description

Helping Hands:
Home & Community Supports Home & Community Support Staff Duties and Responsibilities:
The Companion Support Staff is responsible for providing direct support to individuals with intellectual disabilities in both home and community settings, in accordance with Helping Hands' policies and procedures.
Companion Support :
Provide one-on-one support to individuals with intellectual disabilities, assisting them in the achievement of personal goals and outcomes.
Community Life Plan Implementation :
Assist in the implementation of each individual's Community Life Plan, ensuring services and activities are consistent with their personal preferences and goals.
Recreational and Community Outings :
Accompany individuals on recreational, social, and community outings, providing guidance and support as needed. Engagement in
Leisure Activities :
Facilitate and engage individuals in a variety of leisure activities such as arts, crafts, games, and other meaningful interactions in the home setting. Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) : Provide general assistance to individuals in their home and/or community setting to implement activities of daily living, including personal care, meal preparation, and housekeeping.
Documentation :
Complete accurate and timely documentation related to client interactions, progress, and activities in accordance with company policies.
Communication and Reporting :
Maintain open lines of communication with supervisory staff, addressing individual concerns, reporting progress, and attending staff meetings (virtual and/or in-person) as required.
Crisis Response :
Follow supervisor instructions in the event of a crisis, ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals in care.
Model Professionalism :
Serve as a role model by demonstrating appropriate language, dress, and behavior in line with the professional standards expected by Helping Hands.
Training and Development :
Complete mandatory annual training relevant to Human Services (training may be completed online or virtually).
Additional Duties :
Assume additional responsibilities as required by supervisory staff.
Transportation:
Transport individuals in a
PERSONAL
VEHICLE, as needed, in accordance with established safety guidelines. Ensure realistic and flexible time management when transporting individuals—avoid imposing unrealistic time constraints.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or G.E.D. At least 18 years of age. Valid driver's license and insured personal vehicle. Must have the ability to meet transportation requirements as outlined in the job duties. Must successfully complete any additional training as required.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Helping Hands is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, or any other protected characteristic is strictly prohibited in all aspects of employment.
Work Remotely No Pay:
From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
Flexible schedule Mileage reimbursement Paid training People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): Do you have experience with working with intellectually disabled individuals? Do you have a valid and current driver's license? This job requires patience. Do you have the required patience to deal with individuals diagnosed with an intellectual disability? Some positions will require you to take the client into the community to complete various activities during the weekdays, and some weekends. Would this be an issue for you?
WE ARE CLOSED ON SATURDAYS THIS JOB REQUIRES YOU TO HAVE A VEHICLE.
Do you have a vehicle to complete your shift?
    MONROEVILLE
    • Community Client
    • 27 HOURS
    PER WEEK
    Sunday
    • Friday
    • 10:30 am
    • 3 pm
    PENN HILLS
    • Community Client
    • 12 HOURS
    PER WEEK
    Monday and Wednesday
    • 12 pm
    • 4 pm Tuesday
    • 4 pm
    • 8 pm
    GARFIELD 1
    • 12 HOURS
    PER WEEK
    • Community Client Sunday, Monday, Friday Garfield
    • 12 pm-4 pm Hill District 1
    • 18 HOURS
    PER WEEK
    • Community Client (Can combine with Hill District 2 client for 36 hours per week
    • Sunday
    • Friday) Monday, Wednesday, Friday
    • Garfield
    • 9 am-3 pm Hill District 2
    • 18 HOURS
    PER WEEK
    • Community Client (Can combine with Hill District 1 client for 36 hours per week
    • Sunday
    • Friday) Monday, Wednesday, Friday
    • Garfield
    • 9 am-3 pm Hill District 3
    • 6 hours
    • 9 am
    • 3 pm
    • Fridays
    MCKEESPORT
    • 37.
    5 HOURS
    PER WEEK
    • IN-HOME CLIENT Monday
    • Friday
    • 8:30 am
    • 4:00 pm & every 3rd Sunday
    BELLEVUE
    • 6 HOURS
    PER WEEK
    • Cleaning & Laundry
    • IN-HOME CLIENT
      Tuesdays & Thursdays
    • Hours flexible.
    Work Location:
    In person