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Passavant Memorial Homes is one of the foremost, consumer-focused providers of support to individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism, and behavioral health needs. The mission of Passavant Memorial Homes is to empower individuals to live successfully in the community. Our team of professionals have been dedicated to promoting choice and independence for individuals with intellectual disabilities for more than 120 years. Throughout our history, we have continuously focused on ensuring the highest quality support and providing a variety of opportunities for our employees to develop and advance.Passavant Memorial Homes is currently seeking responsible, caring, and dedicated people&nbsp;to fill full-time Direct Support Professional positions across Allegheny, Beaver, Butler, and Westmoreland counties.Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) play a crucial role in fulfilling the mission of Passavant Memorial Homes by providing assistance with daily activities such as preparing meals, administering medication, and providing transportation to work or community activities in order to promote independence. To be successful in this role, you must be compassionate, motivated to help others, and dedicated to providing quality support.Apply today to find your career and passion at Passavant Memorial Homes!DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP):<ul><li>Provide direct care services to individuals with intellectual disabilities and specialized care in daily living, social, and recreational activities.</li><li>Provide support and assistance to foster maximum independence of individuals.</li><li>Participate in the development and implementation of the individual support plan.</li><li>Ensure the safety and well-being of the individuals.</li><li>Assist and encourage individuals to engage in various activities in the home and community.</li><li>Observe individuals’ behaviors and changes in physical condition, utilize prescribed strategies to assist the individual, and document and report accordingly.</li><li>Administer medications (upon completion of certification; all necessary training is provided).</li><li>Assist/perform needed cooking, housekeeping and cleaning duties.</li><li>Maintain logs and records pertaining to individuals.</li></ul>REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE OF THE DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP):<ul><li>Minimum of 18 years of age, required.</li><li>Valid driver’s license, required.</li><li>Experience working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities, preferred.</li></ul>PASSAVANT MEMORIAL HOMES OFFERS A VARIETY OF BENEFITS INCLUDING:<ul><li>Competitive Wages: $19.50 an hour</li><li>Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Coverage</li><li>Generous PTO package</li><li>401K Retirement Plan</li><li>Dynamic and Supportive Work Environment</li><li>Career Development and Advancement Opportunities, including nationally-recognized certifications through the National Alliance of Direct Support Professionals (NADSP)</li><li>Tuition Assistance Program: tuition assistance is available for eligible employees, up to $3,000 per year for full-time employees and up to $1,500 per year for part-time employees</li><li>Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): Passavant Memorial Homes is a qualified employer for the federal PSLF program</li></ul>Passavant Memorial Homes Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. *The $19.50 hourly rate is applicable to many available block shift positions.&nbsp; These positions include a 50-cent per hour block rate premium.&nbsp; Regular shifts (i.e., part-time, daylight, afternoon, and overnight shifts) are at a rate of $19.00 per hour.

Passavant Memorial Homes

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties and tasks may be assigned.<ul><li>Demonstrate effective use of supplies and staff labor hours.</li><li> May assist with billing log preparation and updates.</li><li>Perform duties as assigned to meet the patient care or operational needs of the clinic</li><li> Obtain blood samples for laboratory analysis as required to complete physician orders.</li><li> Complete and document monthly review of patient medication profiles.</li><li>Knowledge of and comply with applicable health care professionals practice act requirements.</li><li>Perform duties at all times under the supervision of a Charge Nurse and within limitations established by and in accordance with company policy and procedures, applicable state and federal laws and regulations</li><li>Maintain thorough, accurate, and appropriate documentation in the patient record of all treatments, activities, and communication with the patient, physician and other healthcare professionals to include progress reports.</li><li>Report any significant information or change in patient condition to the Charge Nurse.</li><li> Report machine problems to Biomedical Technician and Administrator.</li><li> Participate in staff meetings as required. Attend in-service and continuing education offerings in compliance with company policy and procedure.</li><li>Assist with staff training as requested.</li></ul>

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