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We are currently seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for a full-time position working with adults with intellectual disabilities in the Pittsburgh, PA area. The DSPs will be working in a group home setting, helping support residents to lead more independent lives as well as assist them with activities of daily living. The schedule will be Sunday-Thursday, 3:00pm-11:00pm. Eligible candidates must have a High School diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and be at least 21 years old. Candidates with previous experience are preferred. This position will come with a full benefits package including health insurance, paid vacation, paid sick days, and paid holidays.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED.
• 1-2 years experience in Human Services preferred
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Current CPR and first aid training
• Ability to interact effectively, professionally, and compassionately with elderly and disabled participants, their family and/or professional care provider(s), and the variety of individuals visiting the center for professional, volunteer, or treatment purposes

Responsibilities:

• Provide supervision, guidance, instruction, and/or skill-building to assigned individuals served within a specific program site regarding daily living activities, safety, and interaction with others
• Exercises sound judgment and good decision-making appropriate to the assignment
• Assist and train consumers in all aspects of self-care in order to ensure the maximal level of independence for that individual
  • These areas will include all aspects of personal hygiene, shopping, cooking, meal serving, budgeting, laundry, and housekeeping
• Ensure a safe and clean living environment for residents
• Intervene in crisis situations
• Encourage individuals in the constructive use of leisure time
• Attend scheduled staff team meetings
• Observe and make written entries in the logbook as directed
• Perform other duties as assigned

At Humanus, we are devoted to making a difference and improving the lives of others. We proudly serve schools and behavioral health facilities throughout the nation. Our dedication and passion for helping others make us more than a referral service. Establish a relationship with one of the nation’s largest referral agencies for behavioral-health, choose positions that best fit your schedule, and allow yourself to grow professionally.

Humanus is ultimately about people — working with people in order to work for people.

Send Resumes to forwardappsin@humanus.com 2769