Mon Yough Community Services is hiring compassionate & dependable Direct Support Professionals across a variety of locations!
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you'll play a vital role in helping adults with intellectual disabilities live safe, fullfilling and independant lives in a 24-hour residential setting! You'll build meaningful relationships while supporting residentis with daily activities, such as meal preparation, transportation, budgeting, medication administration, community outings, social activities and medical appointments.
No two days are the same! You'll help individuals develop life skills, achieve personal goals, and become active members of their communities, all while providing care with respect, dignity, and compassion. Working closely with residents and following their Individualized Support Plans, you'll empower them to overcome challenges, celebrate successes, and live their best lives.
If you're passionate about helping others, enjoy building connections and want a career with purpose, we invite you to apply today!
Key Information:
- Schedule: Shifts will vary and include daylight, evening/night and overnights. All shifts will likely include weekends. Flexiblity is key as this is a residential program that may require overtime beyond scheduled shifts.
- Locations: North Huntingdon, McKeesport, Port Vue, Elizabeth & West Mifflin
- Must have a High School Diploma or GED
- Must have a valid drivers license
Responsibilities:
Support residents with daily living skills, community activities, appointments, and overall safety.
Assist with personal care, meal preparation, budgeting, shopping, transportation, and independent living goals.
Administer medications and provide individualized support that promotes residents' growth and well-being.
Maintain a clean, safe, and secure residential environment.
Complete required documentation, record keeping and other administrative duties.
Collaborate with team members while responding professionally to routine, urgent and emergency situations.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Prior human services experience preferred.
- Must have a valid PA driver's license and meet the guidelines to be accepted on the agencys vehicle insurance policy
- Upon hire, provide a current physical and Mantoux test, and then ongoing as required by the Department of Public Welfare (DPW).
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
Act 34 and MD Eval must be dated within 6 months prior to hire per program regulations - this should only be an issue if it's a transfer.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)
- Driver's License
- Act 34
- OAPSA
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran