Direct Support Professional

Description/Job SummaryResources for Human Development (RHD) is OPEN and Hiring Direct Support Professionals $500 Full-Time Sign-On Bonus$300 Part-Time/On-Call Sign-On BonusFull Time, Part-Time, and On-call (as needed) Positions Available.Programs located in North Hills, Allegheny Valley, Harmarville, Plum, West Mifflin, Beaver Falls andGreater Pittsburgh areas.Are you looking for a rewarding career helping others improve their quality of life?Resources for Human Development is seeking mission-driven individuals to join our programs located in the Greater Pittsburgh areas.

Direct Support Professionals are responsible for assisting adults with disabilities to develop communication, social, and daily living skills.Advantages of Working for RHD:Full Benefits Package (for full-time staff)Company-paid Physical Generous PTO PlanCell Phone DiscountFree Virtual Fitness ClassesScholarship and Tuition ProgramsEmployee Assistance ProgramsStudent Loan Forgiveness ProgramDiscounts on Cell Phone serviceResponsibilities/DutiesCreate and maintain a safe and positive environment.Support, guide, and teach consumers everyday skills,including hygiene safety, food preparation, shopping, budgeting, interpersonal skills, utilizing community resources, social and interpersonal development.Complete and review all required documentation, including vehicle logs, medication logs, progress notes, sleep logs, menu plans, client inventories, medical/dental forms and etcCollaborate with treatment team in order to properly implement goals listed in Individual Support plans (ISP’S)Required ExperiencePrior experience working with individuals with challenging behaviors is perferred.Two weeks Paid Training ProvidedRequired EducationHigh School Diploma/GEDRequired QualificationsValid Drivers LicenseAbility to Pass Mandatory Criminal Background CheckProgram SummaryCommunity Passages is a community-based residential program designed to provide a homelike environment for individuals with developmental disabilities and dual diagnoses, many of whom present significantly challenging behaviors and most of whom previously resided at state centers and hospitals.

Residents develop life skills, increase their self-esteem, and are empowered to make choices for themselves.