Direct Support Professional

Community Living and Support Services (CLASS) of Pittsburgh, PA is looking to hire full-time Direct Support Professionals (DSP)

We currently have immediate shift openings in Export and Monroeville, PA!

*Now offering $1,300 SIGN-ON BONUS for Direct Support Professional (DSP)*

Competitive starting hourly wages at $17.00/hour, eligible to be increased to $17.50/hour after successful completion of 90-day introductory performance evaluation.

Do you desire working for a company that is invested in your professional development? Do you have the desire to work for an agency that strives to make a difference in the lives of isolated and vulnerable populations in your community? Do you want to build a stronger community and ensure that all people, regardless of ability, can live, work, and play in the communities of their choice? If so, please read on!

What Employees are saying about CLASS:
"CLASS allows me to use my strengths to service the participants."
"Good atmosphere to achieve common goals."
"Staff are compassionate and dedicated in their professional supporting our participants."

This Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver position starts at a competitive entry-level wage of $16/hour which is negotiable based on experience. We also offer a full suite of benefits for full-time employees who work 30+ hours per week, including health, dental, and vision insurance, a flexible spending account (FSA), a health reimbursement account (HRA), a 401(k) plan, life insurance, LTD, LTC, paid time off (PTO), and an employee referral program. Additionally, CLASS is committed to investing in our staff development for both current and future employees. This includes paid training, including the opportunity to be paid to receive nationally recognized NADSP certification! If this sounds like the right entry-level opportunity for you, consider applying today!

ABOUT COMMUNITY LIVING AND SUPPORT SERVICES (CLASS)

A nonprofit organization founded in 1951, we provide person-centered social, recreational, and residential support for people with disabilities throughout Allegheny County. Our mission is to support them as they explore options, participate in the community, and strive toward equality. We enthusiastically advocate for the rights of people with disabilities, so they may fully participate in and contribute to community life. Supporting the uniqueness, wholeness, and dignity of each person, we strive to respond to their individual needs and preferences.

Just as we want to be a provider of choice for people with disabilities and their families, we want to be an employer of choice for new and existing staff. In addition to rewarding work, we offer competitive pay, great full-time benefits and a positive work culture.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A FULL-TIME DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP) 

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you support people with disabilities to live their best lives as independently as possible. You provide this support and guidance during shifts in their homes or at the activities that they attend. While spending time with the individuals that you support, you provide non-judgmental counsel and always treat them as you would want to be treated. You support them in many areas of daily living, including administrating medication, lifting & transferring, bathing, completing hygiene, grocery shopping, cooking, providing transportation, doing laundry, and light housekeeping. While these tasks are important, fulfilling their social and emotional needs is just as important. You provide them with companionship and help them find social and recreational activities that they enjoy. With attention to detail, you report any concerns about their health and safety as well as maintain up-to-date daily logs and data reports. You find it very rewarding to help individuals with disabilities lead self-fulfilling lives as independently as possible!

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR A FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP)

• 18 years or older.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Valid driver's license, where applicable.

• Ability to pass an Act 33/34 background clearance.

• Ability to lift greater than 50 lbs.

• Passion for helping people with disabilities.

Are you punctual and reliable? Do you have strong interpersonal skills and a "how-can-I-help-you" attitude? Are you calm and patient? Are you flexible and able to effectively prioritize multiple tasks? Are you conscientious about following policies and procedures and discreet with confidential information? Can you work well both independently and as a collaborative member of a team? If so, you might just be perfect for this entry-level night shift position!

FULL-TIME SCHEDULE

This full-time entry-level position has evening shifts available immediately, with consistent full-time scheduling!

Benefits:

• Only full-time (30 hours or more) employees eligible

• Medical/Vision/Dental

• Life/LTD/LTC

• Paid Time Off

• 401K enrollment

• Health Savings Account

• Employee Referral Program

CLASS does not discriminate against any person regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, disability, age in admission, treatment, or by participation in programs, services and activities, or in employment.

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