Therapeutic Staff Support (TSS) - Children's and Adult Residential

Pittsburgh, PA

Full Time

Passavant Memorial Homes

Student (College)

$5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS AVAILABLE FOR FULL-TIME POSITIONS!*

Passavant Memorial Homes is one of the foremost, consumer-focused providers of support to individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism, mental health, and behavioral health needs. The mission of Passavant Memorial Homes is to empower individuals to live successfully in the community. Our team of professionals have been dedicated to promoting choice and independence for individuals with intellectual disabilities for more than 120 years. Throughout our history, we have continuously focused on ensuring the highest quality support and providing a variety of opportunities for our employees to develop and advance.

Passavant Memorial Homes is currently seeking responsible, caring, and dedicated people to fill full-time Therapeutic Staff Support (TSS) across Western Pennsylvania. Please apply to this posting and our team will work with you to identify a position in your area..

Therapeutic Staff Support positions play a crucial role in fulfilling the mission of Passavant Memorial Homes by providing quality support services one-on-one with children in the home or community setting. This includes activities such as preparing meals, administering medication, and providing transportation to work or community activities. To be successful in this role, you must be compassionate, motivated to help others, and dedicated to providing quality support.

Apply today to find your career and passion at Passavant Memorial Homes!

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE THERAPEUTIC STAFF SUPPORT (TSS):

Provide direct care services and specialized care in daily living, social and recreational activities.
Provide assistance and support to foster maximum independence of individuals.
Participate in the development and implementation of the individual support plan.
Ensure the safety and well-being of the individuals.
Assist and encourage individuals to engage in various activities in the home and community.
Observe individuals’ behaviors and changes in physical condition, utilize prescribed strategies to assist the individual, and document and report accordingly.
Administer medications (upon completion of certification; all necessary training is provided).
Maintain various records regarding individuals.
Perform needed housekeeping and cleaning duties (home and vehicle).

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE OF THE THERAPEUTIC STAFF SUPPORT (TSS):

Minimum of 21 years of age, required.
Valid driver’s license, required.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field (Official transcripts must be supplied), required.
Two years experience working with children with ID or mental health, required.

Associates degree or 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university in a related field (Official transcripts must be supplied), required.
Four years experience working with children with ID or mental health, required.

PASSAVANT MEMORIAL HOMES OFFERS A VARIETY OF BENEFITS INCLUDING:

Competitive Wages: $20.60 - $21.10 an hour
Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Coverage
Generous PTO package
401K Retirement Plan
Dynamic and Supportive Work Environment
Career Development and Advancement Opportunities, including nationally-recognized certifications through the National Alliance of Direct Support Professionals (NADSP)

Passavant Memorial Homes Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

*Prospective employees hired for a Full-Time Therapeutic Staff Support (TSS) Position will receive a $5,000 sign‐on bonus. 25% of the total sign-on bonus, which is $1,250 for Full-Time positions, will be paid after completion of 30 calendar days of employment. The remaining 75%, $3,750 for Full-Time positions, will be awarded after completion of 119 calendar days of employment. 25% of the total amount of the sign‐on bonus will be contingent upon the prospective employee attending the planned orientation date that was provided during the interview. If the planned orientation date is missed, the prospective employee will will not receive the bonus payout which occurs after the first 30 days of employment, which is 25% of the total sign-on bonus and is equal to $1,250. Sign-on bonus is eligible for prospective employees hired from November 1, 2023 through May 31, 2024.

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