Direct Support Professional, HC - Bridgeville

Description

Job Title: Direct Support Professional (Home and Community) – Part-Time
Location: Bridgeville, PA
Employment Type: Part-Time, Hourly
Pay Rate: $16.08/hour

Make a Meaningful Impact

Are you a mission-driven individual looking to make a real difference? Achieva is seeking caring, compassionate, and reliable professionals to provide one-on-one support to individuals with disabilities in their homes and communities. This part-time position offers a flexible, rewarding opportunity to enrich someone’s daily life through personalized support.

At Achieva, every person is valued and respected. Our employees help people with disabilities live, work, play, and follow their unique aspirations.

About Achieva

For over 70 years, Achieva has been a leading advocate and provider of support for individuals with disabilities. Our vision is a community where all people with disabilities lead lives of personal significance. We work collaboratively with individuals, families, professionals, and partners to help people achieve their goals with dignity, respect, and inclusion.

Schedule

• Sunday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

• Monday: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM

• Thursday: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Position Summary

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Home and Community provides individualized support to people with disabilities, focusing on self-help, socialization, and independent living skills. Services are provided in the individual’s home and throughout their community, aligned with person-centered goals and outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support individuals in achieving goals through person-centered approaches

• Maintain a balance between health and safety and individual independence

• Assist with home and community-based activities that promote growth and engagement

• Maintain professional relationships with families and team members

• Attend team meetings and communicate regularly with supervisors

• Complete all required trainings and comply with incident reporting standards

• Use a smart device for documentation and communication as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required

• Minimum of 1 year of experience providing direct support to individuals with disabilities

• Valid driver’s license and properly insured personal vehicle (mileage reimbursement provided)

• Must pass PA Act 33/34 and FBI clearances

• Must have a smart device for work-related use

• First Aid/CPR certification required within six months of start date

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Achieva is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and is committed to building a workplace and community where all people feel respected, included, and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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 equal access, opportunity, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in employment, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact Human Resources at 412-995-5000 or email jobs@achieva.info.

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