Direct Support Professional
Company: The Verland Foundation Inc.
Location: Gibsonia
Posted on: January 27, 2023
Job Description:
Description: ** $5,000 SIGN ON BONUS ***** Starting Wages of
$16.50 ***Verland is hiring Exceptional People to provide
Compassionate Care as a Direct Support Professional in the
Gibsonia, Cheswick and Penn Hills Area for our Residential
locations- CLA division . Our Mission is that "We believe that
every person deserves safe, enriching, and stable environment in
which to thrive with dignity and respect. Our mission is to provide
individualized, innovative care and ongoing support for people in
our community with complex physical and intellectual challenges. "
Verland's Vision is simple "To lead the way in transformative care,
for those with complex needs, allowing all individuals the power to
live a life of dignity and contribute to our society to the full
extent of their abilities." Direct Support Professional Duties
Include:
- 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
- Other duties as assignedRequirements:
- High school diploma/GED
- Valid driver's license
- Reliable means of transportation
- Ability to lift and transfer without restrictions
- Must pass a complete Background and Drug screening
- Experience is not required!Benefits: Minimum of 24 hours worked
and employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:
- Health (UPMC), Dental (Delta Dental) and Vision Insurances
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (HSA)
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- 403B - Traditional and Roth with Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Competitive PTO Plan
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Up to an extra $2,080 a year in lieu of Health Insurance
coverageUp to 2 weeks paid training provided by Verland, to educate
new hires on daily living skills, social engagement, personal
hygiene skills, along with each individual's support plan/ personal
development goals that are essential to improve the daily lives of
the individuals that we serve. Completion of training is required
at the start of employment.Verland Family Values:Commitment to
CommunityCompassionate CareDedication to EmployeesTrust through
TransparencyWelcoming Diversity To learn more about our Mission,
Vision and Family Values check out our website at .
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Keywords: The Verland Foundation Inc., Pittsburgh , Direct Support Professional, Other , Gibsonia, Pennsylvania
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