Direct Support Professional - Ambridge

## Description

**Pay Rate:**$18.00 - $20.00/hour

**Work Schedule:** Full-Time, Hourly

**Location: Ambridge**

**Sign-On Bonus: Up to $2,000**

**Make a Meaningful Impact**

Are you compassionate and dedicated to supporting the independence and well-being of others? Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) provide direct care and personalized support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a community setting, ensuring their health, safety, and welfare. Join us to positively impact the lives of the people we support every day.

**About Achieva**

For over 70 years, Achieva has been committed to supporting and including individuals with disabilities and their families. We envision a community where everyone leads a life of personal significance. Achieva provides personalized services and opportunities that respect each person’s unique aspirations.

**Position Summary**

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) provide direct care and personalized support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a community setting, ensuring their health, safety, and welfare. DSPs impact the people we support through hands-on assistance, community engagement, and promoting personal goals and independence.

**Key Responsibilities**

• Understands, supports, and advocates with people we support by helping them achieve their vision of a good life.
• 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 (e.g., bathing, dressing, hygiene).
• Supports activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Assists with money management by promoting independence and responsibility.
• Administers medications in accordance with training and protocol.
• Takes people to medical appointments and ensures necessary documentation is completed.
• Participates in recreational, social, and educational activities within the community.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

## Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred, but equivalent work experience will also be considered.
• Previous experience working with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred but not required.
• Knowledge & Understanding: Basic understanding of health, safety, and person-centered support principles.
• Skills:
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work compassionately and effectively with diverse individuals.
• Reliability and excellent time management skills.
• Ability to handle emergencies and follow safety protocols.
• Must obtain First Aid/CPR certification within six (6) months of the start date.
• Must pass Medication Administration training within two (2) months of the start date.
• Satisfactory Act 33, Act 34, and FBI clearance required.
• Must have a valid PA Driver’s License and a vehicle available for daily use, as local travel for transport and community activities is required.

• **Why Join Achieva?**
• **Meaningful Work:** Directly support individuals to live lives of personal significance and independence.
• **Inclusive Culture:** Be part of a mission-driven, collaborative, and supportive organization.
• **Comprehensive Benefits Include:**

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low employee contributions
• Company-Paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contributions after one year
• Employee Assistance Program for personal and family support
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays for work-life balance

**Our Commitment to Inclusion**

Achieva advocates with, empowers, and supports people with disabilities and their families throughout their lives.

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.

To request a reasonable accommodation, contact our Human Resources Department at 412-995-5000 ext. 650 or email <[email hidden]>.