Direct Support Professional

Job overview

The Direct Support Professional works onsite in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in a residential setting; pay is $16–$18.50 per hour. Brite Light Residential Services provides residential care and community support for individuals with disabilities. The professional provides personalized daily support while promoting residents’ independence, dignity, and self-advocacy. The role contributes to a safe, supportive environment through individualized plans, health protocols, documentation, and communication with care teams and families.

What you'll do

• Provide direct care and daily living support
• assist with hygiene, grooming, meals, and household tasks
• implement individualized support plans and document progress
• accompany individuals to appointments and community activities
• administer medications as directed
• communicate with supervisors, families, and care-team members.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

direct support professional

disability support

residential care

daily living support

individualized support plans

medication administration

community integration

pittsburgh pa

brite light residential services

$16–$18.50 per hour

401(k)

paid time off

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k), employee discounts, paid time off, and performance-based bonuses.

Why this role

The role supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and requires completion of DSP training and certifications, including CPR, First Aid, and medication administration.

About the employer

BRITE LIGHT RESIDENTIAL SERVICES is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.