Direct Support Professional

Rate: $18.00 – $20.00/hour (based on experience and credentialing)Work Schedule: Full-Time, HourlyLocation: Ambridge**$2,000 Sign-On Bonus**

Make a Meaningful Impact
Are you a mission-driven individual looking to make a difference in someone’s life? Achieva is seeking caring, compassionate, and reliable individuals to support people with disabilities in achieving independence, connection, and personal fulfillment. If you value flexibility, empowerment, and community-centered work, we welcome you to apply.
About Achieva
For over 70 years, Achieva has been committed to supporting and including individuals with disabilities and their families. We envision a community where everyone leads a life of personal significance. Achieva provides personalized services and opportunities that respect each person’s unique aspirations.  

Position Summary  
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) plays a vital role in promoting the health, safety, and well-being of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You’ll support daily living activities, community engagement, and personal development, while advocating for individual choice and dignity.  

Career Development Pathways
Achieva offers structured opportunities for advancement and pay increases through the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) certification program:

DSP I: +$0.50/hour

DSP II: +$0.50/hour

DSP III: +$1.00/hour

Achieva also offers advancement pathways to Front Line Supervisor (FLS) certification, with additional pay increases and bonus incentives upon completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Supports individuals in leading meaningful lives through community and personal engagement.

• Assists with personal care tasks, including bathing, laundry, meal preparation, and medication administration.

• Promotes independence through support with budgeting, home management, and daily living skills.

• Accompanies individuals to appointments, recreational activities, and community events.

• Documents individual progress, successes, and concerns in accordance with program standards.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

• One (1) year of related experience is preferred.

• Ability to safely perform one-person physical transfers required.

• Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License required.

• Required clearances: Act 33 (Child Abuse), Act 34 (Criminal Record), and FBI Background Check.

• Must obtain CPR certification within six (6) months of start date and complete all training requirements associated with the Direct Support Professional position.

Benefits Include

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low employee contributions
• Company-Paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contributions after one year
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and family support
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays for work-life balance

Why Join Achieva?

• Purposeful Work: Directly contribute to the lives of people with disabilities.
• Inclusive Culture: Be part of a values-driven, supportive team.
• Growth Opportunities: Clear career ladder with wage increases tied to NADSP and FLS certifications.

Our Commitment to Inclusion
Achieva advocates with, empowers, and supports people with disabilities and their families throughout their lives.

Achieva is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and is committed to creating a workplace and community where all individuals feel respected, included, and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.  

To request a reasonable accommodation, contact our Human Resources Department at 412-995-5000 ext. 650 or email [email protected].