CARES full-time staff receive a company vehicle to use for getting to and from work and for the entire workday because you'll be out transporting our Participants (VIPs)!
Do you have a passion for helping others and desire a meaningful job you love? Cares of Western PA needs two full-time Direct Support Professionals to support adults with intellectual disabilities with the ultimate goal of gaining independence and community integration at the Ross Campus of our community-based day program.
Your work week:
- Monday - Friday
- 8 am - 4 pm
- No Nights
- No Weekends
- No Holidays
With CARES programs approximately 75% of the time, here's what you'll be doing:
- Helping participants become a valuable part of their community.
- Volunteering for non-profits.
- Helping our VIPs learn life skills and prevocational skills.
- Enjoying many different recreational activities.
CARES offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
- Short-and long-term Disability (Company paid)
- Life Insurance (Company paid)
- 401k with match
- Generous Paid Time Off which accrues from your hire date.
- 10 paid Holidays per year
- Paid training at full/normal rate
Minimum Requirements:
- Candidates must be 18 years of age or older.
- Valid Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record.
- High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
- Ability to pass physical, TB.
- Ability to pass criminal background checks.
- Experience helpful, but not necessary. Complete PAID training provided.
Our website is https://www.cares4u.org, take a look, you won't be disappointed!
You can also check out our Facebook page at CARES of Western PA.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement:
Cares of Western PA is an equal opportunity employer. We will recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job levels without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status and does not discriminate against any person of other classifications protected by Federal, State, or local law, statute or ordinance.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From $17.25per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40 per week.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.25 per hour
Work Location: In person