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Direct Support Professional – Vocational McKeesport, PA
Job Location:
Job Location:
Pittsburgh, PA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 18 - 27
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
8 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Job Description
On behalf of VetJobs/MilitarySpouseJobs thank you for your interest. We are assisting our partnering company listed below with this position. It is open to Veterans Transitioning Military National Guard Members Military Spouses Wounded Warriors and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set education requirements and experience please click the submit button and follow for next steps.
Job ID:
Status: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Shift: Day Job
Work Arrangement: On-siteWork Arrangement information
Facility: UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Department: MR Pre Voc
Location: 500 Market Street Mckeesport PA
Union Position: No
Salary Range: $ 18.19-27.58 USD
UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Mon Yough is hiring a full-time Direct Support Professional Vocational to support clients in McKeesport PA.
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.
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.
Responsibilities:
Transportation: Provide transportation for consumers using agency vehicles.
Mobility and Flexibility: Ensure safety and wellbeing through physical activities like running bending climbing stairs and lifting.
Activity Planning: Plan and conduct individual small group or employment activities to maximize potential and foster independence including paid work activities requiring staff assistance.
Relationship Building: Establish and maintain effective relationships with consumers families and customers exceeding their service expectations.
Individualized Care: Provide care based on the Individualized Service Plan (ISP) and individual needs.
Compliance: Carry out the ISP and complete paperwork accurately adhering to agency county and state regulations.
Training: Participate in annual trainings as required by regulations and agency policy.
Judgment and Decision-Making: Demonstrate proper judgment and decision-making skills in interactions with consumers families and team members.
Qualifications:
High School diploma or GED required.
One (1) year experience working with individuals with disabilities.
Must be 21 years of age or older with a valid PA drivers license and meet the guidelines to be accepted on the agencys vehicle insurance policy.
Licensure Certifications and Clearances:
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)
Drivers License
Act 34
OAPSA
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
On behalf of VetJobs/MilitarySpouseJobs thank you for your interest. We are assisting our partnering company listed below with this position. It is open to Veterans Transitioning Military National Guard Members Military Spouses Wounded Warriors and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set education requirements and experience please click the submit button and follow for next steps.
Job ID:
Status: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Shift: Day Job
Work Arrangement: On-siteWork Arrangement information
Facility: UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Department: MR Pre Voc
Location: 500 Market Street Mckeesport PA
Union Position: No
Salary Range: $ 18.19-27.58 USD
UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Mon Yough is hiring a full-time Direct Support Professional Vocational to support clients in McKeesport PA.
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.
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.
Responsibilities:
Transportation: Provide transportation for consumers using agency vehicles.
Mobility and Flexibility: Ensure safety and wellbeing through physical activities like running bending climbing stairs and lifting.
Activity Planning: Plan and conduct individual small group or employment activities to maximize potential and foster independence including paid work activities requiring staff assistance.
Relationship Building: Establish and maintain effective relationships with consumers families and customers exceeding their service expectations.
Individualized Care: Provide care based on the Individualized Service Plan (ISP) and individual needs.
Compliance: Carry out the ISP and complete paperwork accurately adhering to agency county and state regulations.
Training: Participate in annual trainings as required by regulations and agency policy.
Judgment and Decision-Making: Demonstrate proper judgment and decision-making skills in interactions with consumers families and team members.
Qualifications:
High School diploma or GED required.
One (1) year experience working with individuals with disabilities.
Must be 21 years of age or older with a valid PA drivers license and meet the guidelines to be accepted on the agencys vehicle insurance policy.
Licensure Certifications and Clearances:
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)
Drivers License
Act 34
OAPSA
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
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