Community Options, Inc.

Adolescent Direct Support Professional

Community Options, Inc.  •  $18/hr  •  Pittsburgh, PA (Onsite)  •  15 days ago
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Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. We are Now Hiring Full-Time, Part-Time, PRN Adolescent Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Pittsburgh, PA to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is a fantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference! No experience required– we provide PAID training!  Starting pay is $18.00/per hour Responsibilities 
  • Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities  
  • Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene 
  • Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns 
  • Assist with the learning and development of independent and community-based skills 
  • Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities 
  • Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community 
  • Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely 
  • Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families 
  • Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned 
  • Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation 
Minimum Requirements 
  • High school diploma or GED 
  • Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record 
  • Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports 
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations 
  • Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing 
Why Community Options? 
  • Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision) 
  • Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday! 
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) 
  • Employee Incentive & Discount Programs 
  • 403b Retirement Plan 
  • Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities 
  • Great coworkers/team that support you! 
  • University partnerships that include tuition reduction 
 Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application!     Careers.comop.orgCommunity Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer    M/F/D/V #IND-PI
Community Options, Inc.

About Community Options, Inc.

Community Options, Inc. is a national nonprofit organization that develops innovative housing and employment opportunities for people with developmental disabilities. Since 1989, we have moved people with disabilities from segregated institutions across the country into community-based homes where they can fully participate in their communities and experience a greatly improved quality of life. We have designed and implemented the most progressive employment options giving people with disabilities a choice about the type of work they do and where they do it. We offer people with disabilities real work for real pay.

Community Options supports over 6,000 people with disabilities and families across twelve states: Arizona, Iowa, Maryland, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah.

Industry
Nonprofit & NGOs
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Princeton, NJ
Year Founded
1989
Website
comop.org
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