We believe in a strengths-based approach and use positive practices to help guide all of our activities. We're looking for employees who are professional, flexible, compassionate, and can remain composed in stressful situations. This is a team-based position. Our sites are like your family home! Your dependability, integrity, empathy for others (both persons served and your fellow employees), and dedication to teamwork are essential to this position.SCHEDULE: This is a non-exempt hourly position.Monday through Friday 9:00 am - 4:30pREQUIREMENTSMaster’s degree or above from an accredited college or university and 1-year of work experience working directly with individuals with an intellectual disability and/or autismOR a Bachelor’s degree from accredited college/university and 2-years of work experience working directly with individuals with an intellectual disability or autismOR an Associate’s degree from accredited college/university or 60 credit hours and 4-years of work experience working directly with individuals with an intellectual disability or autism.Valid Driver's License and ability to drive an organization vehicleAct 33/34/73 ClearancesPre-Employment Physical, Drug Screening and TB testMust successfully pass Department of Public Welfare Medication Training within 90 days of employmentGREAT BENEFIT PACKAGE: (Benefits start Day 1 of employment)403B with employer matchPaid Time Off (PTO)Medical, Dental, VisionLife InsurancePaid Holiday DaysPlus more…ABOUT PITTSBURGH MERCY
We're a community-based health and human services organization using person-centered care to treat our area's most vulnerable populations. We work with families in settings that are safe and familiar to them, and view them as equal partners when planning, developing, and monitoring care.Our mission is to be a compassionate, transforming presence within our communities. We reach out to offer help - and hope - to people who are experiencing:Mental illness and substance abusePhysical health needsIntellectual disabilitiesTraumatic events or circumstances, including homelessness + abuse
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.