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We aim to listen to the voices of those we serve and to provide them with the care and support they deserve. Three Rivers Community Care began as Three Rivers Music Therapy in early 2018. Our founder, Allison Broaddrick, saw a need for the expansion of music therapy services across the Pittsburgh Region that was accessible to all. Much like the original founding of the company, the expansion to Three Rivers Community Care came from a desire to serve the needs of our community. While there are a number of providers who offer in-home and community support, our approach is different. We listened to the voices of direct care workers and individuals within the waiver system and came up with a better approach. We are learning every day and always strive to do better. We match staff and individuals based on preferences and interests not based simply on availability, we provide a higher level of training and support and pay a livable wage to all of our employees. These standards allow us to consistently deliver a higher caliber and consistency of care. We heard from our clients and their families about frustration with aging out of therapies, difficulties finding clinicians and no one understanding the needs of this population and that is how our therapy center came to be. From day one, we have let the needs of our community be heard and promise to continue to listen to disabled and autistic voices to meet those we serve where they are at and to provide them with the care that all human beings deserve.

We are looking for a Full time direct support professional, set schedule of 7 am - 7 pm, 3 days per week.

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is an hourly position and is responsible for the safety, well-being, and care of our adult individuals with intellectual disabilities. Our ideal candidate will also provide transportation to appointments and into the community to allow our individuals to experience a well-rounded life.

The DSP will assist in optimizing individual independence while supporting work habits and ethics, promoting communication, and fostering growth and exploration related to areas of individual interest. The DSP will provide support, as necessary, to reduce challenging behaviors so that community integration is optimized in a safe manner.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE OF THE DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL:

• Minimum of 18 years of age, required.
• High school diploma or equivalent, required.
• Valid driver’s license, car insurance required.
• Reliable car and current registration, required.
• Experience working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities, required.
• Willingness to learn and grow

THREE RIVERS MUSIC THERAPY OFFERS A VARIETY OF BENEFITS INCLUDING:

• Competitive Wages
• Health Insurance
• 401K with Employer Match
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Dynamic and Supportive Work Environment
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities