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Direct Support Professional (FT/1st)
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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
Job Description
- 2.
GED Driver's License Full Job Description Description:
- New Wage $19.25/hr
- $2,000 Sign on Bonus Verland is currently seeking Direct Support Professionals ' to join our team.
House Name:
Boxfield House Location:
Upper St. Clair, PA 15241 Shifts available: Full Time- 40 hours 7am
- 3pm Sunday
- Thursday The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for individualized care and ongoing support for people in our community with complex physical, medical and intellectual challenges.
Contributions:
Enrich and support the lives of our residents while maintaining a safe and healthy environment Introduce and encourage skill development through active treatment activities Implement individualized programs; record all observations and daily progress notes. Participate in planning social, home, and recreational activities Assist with meals and perform cleaning and laundry duties in the house Transport clients to appointments and activities in Verland vehicles Bathe, dress, and assist clients with personal hygiene Housekeeping duties as needed Medication Administration Other duties as assignedExceptional Benefits:
Minimum of 30 hours worked, and employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package: Health (UPMC), Dental and Vision Insurances (1st of the month following 30 days from start date) Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (HSA) 403b- Traditional and Roth with Company Match Tuition Reimbursement (for core positions) Competitive PTO Plan 8 Paid Holidays Incentive in lieu of Medical coverage