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Tuesday, July 12, 2016

Direct Support Professional

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EMMAUS COMMUNITY OF PITTSBURGH
JOB OPENING
Emmaus is a faith based organization providing permanent homes, non-residential services, supported
apartments and advocacy for persons with Intellectual and other Developmental Disabilities
TITLE: Part Time Direct Support Professional
PRIMARY LOCATIONS: South Side / Brookline / Dormont / Mt. Lebanon / Scott Twp./
Bethel Park
EMMAUS PROVIDES 24 HOUR COVERAGE IN EVERY HOME.
SAMPLE SHIFTS:
Mon. thru Fri. 9am-2pm / 9am-5pm / 2-10pm / 5-10pm / block shifts
Weekends 9am-2pm / 9am-5pm / 2-10pm / 5-10pm / block shifts
START DATE: Immediately
STARTING SALARY: $11 / hour
QUALIFICATIONS: GED/ HS Diploma or above
Driver’s License
Act 33/34 clearances & FBI clearance
Physical w/ two step mantoux prior to date of hire
Experience is helpful, but not required; training is provided
JOB DESCRIPTION:
· Provide direct support to individuals with Intellectual Disabilities.
· Be able to work as a team member, follow directions, and agree to supervision by Residential
Advisor
· Be able to carry out the mission and support the values of the Emmaus Community
· To enter into respectful and meaningful relationships with the residents
· Menu planning, grocery shopping, meal preparation (special diets must be followed)
· Medication administration
· Assist with medical appointments
· Assist with personal hygiene
· Help to develop and carry out goals/outcomes and implement ISPs as written; appropriate
documentation
· Attend staff meetings as required
· Participate in Community celebrations such as birthday parties and holidays
· Maintain compliance with all State and County mandated regulations
· To plan and provide residents with opportunities for socialization and recreation both at home and
out in the community
· Helps with the upkeep and maintenance of the home and the residents’ rooms and belongings
· Conducts and records monthly fire drills
· Assists residents with money management, and follows strict policies on protecting and
safeguarding client and agency funds
· All DSPs are cross trained at least one other Emmaus location
CONTACT: Ruth Casey – 412-381-0277 ext. 203 or rcasey@emmauspgh.org EOE

Ruth Ann Casey
Assistant Manager Human Resources
Emmaus Community of Pittsburgh
A Community that Serves Persons with Intellectual Disabilities and Promotes Public Awareness of Their Needs