Direct Support Professional - Vocational Job at UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center, Mckeesport, PA

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  • UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center
  • Mckeesport, PA

Job Description

Job Description

UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Mon Yough is hiring a full-time Direct Support Professional - Vocational to support clients in McKeesport, PA.

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The Direct Support Professional is primarily responsible for skills training, development and implementation of both facility and community-based program activities. Activities are intended to expand skills and integrate consumers into their community, according to their needs and interests, including competitive integrated employment.

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The shift for this position is Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 3:30 pm. The incumbent will be responsible for assisting clients with ADLs. The incumbent will also be responsible for helping to foster independence and life skill retention.

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Responsibilities:

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· Transportation: Provide transportation for consumers using agency vehicles.

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· Mobility and Flexibility: Ensure safety and wellbeing through physical activities like running, bending, climbing stairs, and lifting.

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· Activity Planning: Plan and conduct individual, small group, or employment activities to maximize potential and foster independence, including paid work activities requiring staff assistance.

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· Relationship Building: Establish and maintain effective relationships with consumers, families, and customers, exceeding their service expectations.

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· Individualized Care: Provide care based on the Individualized Service Plan (ISP) and individual needs.

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· Compliance: Carry out the ISP and complete paperwork accurately, adhering to agency, county, and state regulations.

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· Training: Participate in annual trainings as required by regulations and agency policy.

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· Judgment and Decision-Making: Demonstrate proper judgment and decision-making skills in interactions with consumers, families, and team members.

· High School diploma or GED required.

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· One (1) year experience working with individuals with disabilities.

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· Must be 21 years of age or older with a valid PA driver's license and meet the guidelines to be accepted on the agency's vehicle insurance policy.

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Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

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· Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

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· Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

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· Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)

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· Driver's License

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· Act 34

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· OAPSA

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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Job Tags

Full time, Shift work, Monday to Friday,

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