10h ago
Direct Support Professional - Special Needs Caregiver
Pittsburgh, PA
$37.4k-$39.5k / year
part-timehealthcare
๐ผ About This Role
You'll work one-on-one in home and community settings as a companion and mentor for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. You'll help clients reach their full potential through personal care, companionship, and community integration. This role offers flexible scheduling, weekly pay, and a supportive team environment.
๐ฏ What You'll Do
- Provide personal care assistance (dressing, grooming)
- Accompany clients on errands and appointments
- Engage clients in favorite hobbies and activities
- Assist with meal preparation and everyday tasks
๐ Requirements
- One year experience working with I/DD individuals
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to pass background checks and clearances
โจ Nice to Have
- Experience with behavioral support
- CPR/First Aid certification
- Valid driver's license
๐ Benefits & Perks
- ๐ต Weekly pay ($18.00-$19.00/hr)
- ๐ Flexible scheduling
- ๐ ๏ธ Paid clearances, training, and orientation
- โฐ PTO
- ๐ 24/7 on-call clinical manager support
๐จ Hiring Process
Estimated timeline: 1-2 weeks
- 1Email confirmation of receiptยท 1 day
- 2Recruiter phone/email outreachยท 2-3 days
- 3In-person or Zoom interviewยท 1 hour
๐ฉ Heads Up
- Part-time with potential for 40 hours (unclear commitment)
- One year experience required unless apprentice program available
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