Support individuals with intellectual, developmental, mental health, and behavioral health challenges in a residential setting in the West Mifflin area of Pittsburgh. This full-time role operates on a fixed rotating schedule, requiring availability across varying shifts, including evenings, overnights, and weekends. You will work directly with a multidisciplinary care team to implement individualized support plans and promote each person’s independence, safety, and well-being.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide consistent, respectful support to individuals with complex needs, including those related to substance use and behavioral health
- Apply training-based strategies to manage daily living activities and behavioral support plans
- Assist with mobility, including lifting or transferring individuals as needed, up to 50+ pounds
- Follow strict safety and ethical protocols to prevent harm and immediately report any concerns of abuse or neglect
- Collaborate with team members to ensure continuity of care and consistent communication
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years old
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Valid driver’s license and three years of clean driving history
- Willingness to complete PA state and federal background clearances, including criminal history, child abuse, and FBI checks
- Pre-employment requirements include drug screening, tuberculosis test, and physical exam
- Prior experience in direct care, especially supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, is essential
- Demonstrated empathy, patience, and ability to follow care protocols consistently
- Physical ability to lift and assist individuals as part of daily responsibilities
Benefits & Support
- Hourly pay ranging from $18.25 to $20.96, based on education and experience
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for employees working 30+ hours per week
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contribution
- Generous paid time-off policy with accrual beginning on day one
- Full tuition coverage up to $15,000 annually for undergraduate and $25,000 for graduate programs
- Student loan repayment assistance and loan refinancing support
- Access to Ascend, a career advancement program offering professional growth and leadership development
- Paid training and ongoing learning opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and telemedicine services for mental and physical health
- Voluntary supplemental life and accident insurance options
Work Environment
This is an onsite position located on Stock Street in West Mifflin. The schedule alternates weekly, with shifts scheduled across all days of the week. The organization promotes a culture of compassion, accountability, and inclusion, with zero tolerance for abuse and a strong emphasis on ethical reporting and team collaboration. Leadership fosters open communication and values the well-being of both staff and individuals served.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we support diversity and inclusion in the workplace. A drug-free workplace is maintained, and all candidates must pass required screenings prior to employment.
