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SalaryFor more than six decades, Familylinks has been dedicated to serving the diverse individuals and families of Western Pennsylvania. In the past year alone, we extended our care to over 9,000 people spanning all age groups, residing in various neighborhoods, representing different income levels, and holding diverse beliefs. Our mission is to positively impact lives through integrated community, behavioral, and social programs. We can only achieve this with dedicated and passionate individuals who want to make an impact in the community and in the lives of the individuals we serve.
To achieve this unwavering support, Familylinks provides a wide range of family-centric services encompassing Behavioral Health, Youth & Family Services, Service Coordination, and Senior Services.
The Direct Support Professional is part of our Youth & Family Services department. The role of a Direct Support Professional (DSP) encompasses fostering independence, aiding youth with daily living activities, executing individualized goals determined by each youth, maintaining precise records, supporting activities that promote a healthy lifestyle, and offering transportation for appointments and community excursions.
Extras of joining our team:
Insurance
- Four Highmark insurance plans for you and your family to choose from
- Free vision insurance with the option for additional coverage
- Free dental insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Employer sponsored life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Pet Insurance
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- $2,000 sign on bonus (full-time only)
- Three weeks of PTO in your first year
- Eight paid holidays
- Employee referral bonus program
- 403(b) retirement plan matching contributions
- Tuition reimbursement and educational stipend
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- High school diploma/GED.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Schedule may require working evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime, as required and/or directed.
- Computer knowledge and strong communication skills.
- Support the organization’s mission along with sensitivity of cultural and workplace.
- Ability to handle confidential information and HIPAA guidelines.
Familylinks takes pride in its status as an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policies, applicable to both current team members and prospective candidates, prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, disability, ancestry, national origin, age, sex assigned at birth, sexual orientation, transgender identity, gender transition, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status.
