Direct Support Professional - Part-time - Latrobe

Additional Job Details
Pay Rate: $18
Position Type: Part-Time, Schedule is flexible based on your availability and business needs
 

Position Summary

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) plays a vital role in promoting the health, safety, and well-being of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You’ll support daily living activities, community engagement, and personal development, while advocating for individual choice and dignity.

Key Responsibilities

• Understands, supports, and advocates with people we support by helping them live a life of personal significance.

• Identifies, documents, and shares concerns and successes as appropriate.

• Transports and accompanies people to activities, appointments, and events.

• Helps with personal care tasks as needed, laundry and food preparation.

• Assists with money management by promoting independence.

• Administers medications and documents information.

• Additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• No previous experience or formal education required – we provide all the training you’ll need!

• Must have a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license and a reliable, insured vehicle.

• Able to pass required background checks (Act 33 and Act 34 clearances).

• A caring attitude and willingness to help others

Why Join Achieva?

Meaningful Work: Directly contribute to the lives of people with disabilities
Inclusive Culture: Be part of a values-driven, supportive team

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Achieva is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and is committed to creating a workplace and community where all individuals feel respected, included, and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

We are dedicated to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in employment, programs, and activities. To request an accommodation, contact Human Resources at 412-995-5000 ext 650 or hrsupport@achieva.info.