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UPMC - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

Direct Support Professional-Vocational. Job in McKeesport Gr8Jobs

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: McKeesport, PA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 day ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/5/2026

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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

Make a meaningful impact every day as a Direct Support Professional - Vocational with UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Mon Yough in McKeesport, PA! In this rewarding role, you'll support senior adults and individuals with intellectual disabilities by promoting independence, enhancing quality of life, and helping them remain active members of their communities. You'll provide hands-on assistance with activities of daily living (ADLS) while developing and facilitating engaging facility-based and community-based programming tailored to each individual's interests, strengths, and goals. You'll play a key role in teaching life skills, encouraging socialization, fostering community integration, and supporting opportunities for competitive integrated employment.

Key Information:

Schedule :

Monday- Friday, 8a-330p (Working Lunch)

Location :

230 5th

Avenue, McKeesport Parking :

Lot on site for a minimal fee

Dress Code :

Casual This position is ideal for compassionate professionals who are passionate about empowering others and have experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, behavioral health needs, dementia, or geriatric populations. If this sounds like you, and you strive to help others and build meaningful relationships in your day-to-day work, we'd love to have you join our team- apply today!

Responsibilities:

Provide transportation & ensure consumer safety and well-being. Deliver individualized support and implement ISP goals. Facilitate community, employment, and skill building activities. Build positive relations with consumers, families, and partners. Maintain accurate documentation, compliance and required training. High School diploma or GED required. One (1) year experience working with individuals with disabilities. Must be 21 years of age or older. Must have a valid PA drivers license & meet the guidelines to be accepted on the agencys vehicle insurance policy.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC) Driver's License Act 34 OAPSA UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran