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Direct Support Professional, Vocational

  • MckeesportPA
  • Full-Time
  • On-site
  • Day Job

PostedFebruary 23, 2026

Pay$18.19–$27.58 / hr

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ST Health Western Behavioral Health at Mon Yough is hiring a full-time Direct Support Professional – Vocational to support their senior clients in McKeesport, PA.

The Direct Support Professional is primarily responsible for skills training, development and implementation of both facility and community-based program activities. Activities are intended to expand skills and integrate consumers into their community, according to their needs and interests, including competitive integrated employment.

The shift for this position is Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 3:30 pm. The incumbent will be responsible for assisting clients with ADLs. The incumbent will also be responsible for helping to foster independence and life skill retention.

Responsibilities:

·       Transportation: Provide transportation for consumers using agency vehicles.

·       Mobility and Flexibility: Ensure safety and wellbeing through physical activities like running, bending, climbing stairs, and lifting.

·       Activity Planning: Plan and conduct individual, small group, or employment activities to maximize potential and foster independence, including paid work activities requiring staff assistance.

·       Relationship Building: Establish and maintain effective relationships with consumers, families, and customers, exceeding their service expectations.

·       Individualized Care: Provide care based on the Individualized Service Plan (ISP) and individual needs.

·       Compliance: Carry out the ISP and complete paperwork accurately, adhering to agency, county, and state regulations.

·       Training: Participate in annual trainings as required by regulations and agency policy.

·       Judgment and Decision-Making: Demonstrate proper judgment and decision-making skills in interactions with consumers, families, and team members.

·       High School diploma or GED required.

·       One (1) year experience working with individuals with disabilities.

·       Must be 21 years of age or older with a valid PA driver’s license and meet the guidelines to be accepted on the agency’s vehicle insurance policy.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

·       Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

·       Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

·       Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)

·       Driver’s License

·       Act 34

·       OAPSA

ST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Pay range

$18.19–$27.58 / hr

Set by education and experience. Shift differentials are paid on top.

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# Direct Support Professional, Vocational

- Location: Mckeesport, PA (On-site)
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Behavioral Health
- Shift: Day Job
- Business unit: ST Health Western Behavioral Health
- Pay: $18.19–$27.58 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2026-02-23T11:00:33.77Z

## Description

**ST Health Western Behavioral Health at Mon Yough is hiring a full-time Direct Support Professional - Vocational to support their senior clients in McKeesport, PA.**

The Direct Support Professional is primarily responsible for skills training, development and implementation of both facility and community-based program activities. Activities are intended to expand skills and integrate consumers into their community, according to their needs and interests, including competitive integrated employment.
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Life at Pepper Health

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Shift and schedule

  • Shift

    Day Job

  • Hours

    Full-Time

  • Workplace

    On-site

Benefits

Benefits from day one

  • Day-one health coverage

    Medical, dental and vision start your first day — no waiting period, full- and part-time.

  • Tuition & certifications

    Up to $5,250/yr tuition support plus paid certification renewals and exam fees.

  • Retirement with match

    403(b) with employer match and immediate vesting on your contributions.

  • PTO & wellbeing days

    Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and dedicated wellbeing days.

  • Ladders & residencies

    Nurse residency, allied apprenticeships, and defined advancement ladders in every area.

  • Family support

    Childcare discounts, caregiver leave, and flexible scheduling that respects your life.

Stories

From people in this role

Devin R., Lead MRI Technologist

Allied health at Pepper is a career, not just a job. Certifications paid, cross-training encouraged, and a clear ladder from tech to lead.

Devin R.Lead MRI Technologist — joined as a tech

Career progression

Where this role can lead

  1. Care Coordinator

  2. Licensed Clinician (LSW/LPC)

  3. Senior Clinician — LCSW

  4. Program Supervisor

  5. Behavioral Health Director

FAQ

Questions people ask about this role

About this roleCan I cross-train into other modalities?

Yes — cross-training is how most of our imaging and lab teams grow. Your manager builds it into your development plan.

About this roleDo you support continuing education?

Up to $5,250/yr in tuition support plus paid certification fees — many of our techs are in degree programs while working.

About this roleIs there a path from entry roles to clinical careers?

Our patient-care-support roles feed directly into nursing and allied pipelines, with tuition support and schedules that flex around school.

About this roleWhat does advancement look like?

Defined ladders — tech → senior → lead → supervisor — with transparent criteria and pay steps published for every level.

Application process

What happens after you apply

  1. Apply

    ~2 min

    Two minutes with Apply Start — resume autofill does the rest.

  2. Recruiter screen

    2–3 days

    A real person reviews every application and reaches out.

  3. Interviews

    Week 1–2

    Meet your manager and the team — virtual or on-site, your pick.

  4. Offer

    Within 30 days

    Transparent pay, benefits walkthrough, and time to decide.

  5. Welcome

    Day one

    Paid onboarding, a peer buddy, and your 90-day growth plan.

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