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Direct Support Professional (FT/1st/2nd)

12/10/2025

The Direct Support Professional is responsible for providing individualized care and ongoing support for individuals with complex challenges. This includes assisting with daily living skills, planning activities, and maintaining a safe environment.

Working Hours

32 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
We are a non-profit family of person-centered, community homes and services supporting over 200 individuals with intellectual disabilities, many of whom have multiple physical challenges. Verland's main campus has ten larger, family-centered homes, which complement community placement with a complete continuum of options for those needing more support, and includes cutting-edge facilities that provide medical, dental, educational, recreational and therapeutic services. Our professionally trained staff are dedicated to the complex needs of our individuals, and provide a full continuum of treatment and services for a lifetime where the individuals are primary in an elegant, dignified, state-of-the-heart lifestyle.
About the Role

Description

$2,000 Sign on Bonus



Verland is currently seeking a Direct Support Professional to join the team at our Main Campus in Sewickley, PA. In this crucial role, you will be providing Exceptional Care to the individuals that call Verland their Home.



Shifts available:

Full Time- 32 hours  

6am-10:30pm: Friday House 106

6am-10:30pm: Saturday House 105



The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for individualized care and ongoing support for people in our community with complex physical, medical and intellectual challenges. This is an hourly, non-exempt position.



Contributions:

  • Enrich and support the lives of our residents while maintaining a safe and healthy environment
  • Introduce and encourage skill development through active treatment activities
  • Implement individualized programs; record all observations and daily progress notes.
  • Participate in planning social, home, and recreational activities
  • Assist with meals and perform cleaning and laundry duties in the house
  • Transport clients to appointments and activities in Verland vehicles
  • Bathe, dress, and assist clients with personal hygiene
  • Housekeeping duties as needed
  • Other duties as assigned



Exceptional Benefits:

Minimum of 30 hours worked, and employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:


  • Health (UPMC), Dental and Vision Insurances (1st of the month following 30 days from start date)
  • Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (HSA)
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
  • 403b – Traditional and Roth with Company Match 
  • Tuition Reimbursement (for core positions)
  • Competitive PTO Plan
  • 8 Paid Holidays
  • Incentive in lieu of Medical coverage
  • Career Development
  • Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
  • Mental Health Resources and Support 

Requirements

  • High school diploma/GED
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Reliable means of transportation
  • Ability to lift and transfer without restrictions
  • Must pass a complete Background, Physical, and Drug screening



2 weeks paid training provided by Verland, to educate new hires on daily living skills, social engagement, personal hygiene skills, along with each individual’s support plan/ personal development goals that are essential to improve the daily lives of the individuals that we serve. Completion of training is required at the start of employment. 



APPLY TODAY to make a lasting impact!

Visit https://www.verland.org/ to learn more about what makes Verland expectational!



 Verland is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.  

Key Skills
Direct SupportIndividualized CareSkill DevelopmentActive Treatment ActivitiesSocial Activities PlanningMeal AssistancePersonal Hygiene AssistanceTransportationHousekeepingObservation RecordingClient SupportRecreational ActivitiesBackground ScreeningPhysical ScreeningDrug Screening
Categories
HealthcareSocial Services
Benefits
Health InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceHealthcare Flexible Spending AccountDependent Care Flexible Spending Account403bTuition ReimbursementCompetitive PTO PlanPaid HolidaysIncentive in Lieu of Medical CoverageCareer DevelopmentWhole Person Wellbeing ResourcesMental Health Resources and Support
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