Monday, December 13, 2010

Mosaic

Direct Support Professional, Emmaus Community of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh, PA

 

Posted: 12/13/10

 

EMMAUS COMMUNITY OF PITTSBURGH

JOB OPENING

  Emmaus is a faith based organization providing permanent homes, respite care, supported apartments and advocacy for persons with Intellectual and other Developmental Disabilities

TITLE:  Part Time OR Full Time Direct Support Professional
PRIMARY LOCATION:  South Side / South Hills
AVAILABILITY REQUIRED:  Mon. thru Fri. 2-10pm / Weekends between 9am – 10pm
START DATE:  Immediately
STARTING SALARY:  $11 / hour
QUALIFICATIONS:          
GED/ HS Diploma or above
Driver’s License
Act 33/34 clearances
Physical w/ 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 (mental retardation). 
  • 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 and implement ISP;  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:  Jennifer Pavlisko – 412-381-0277     EOE

 

TO APPLY: 

Send resume to JPavlisko@EmmausPgh.org, or Fax to 412-431-8653,
or Mail to Emmaus Community, 2821 Sarah Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15203

 

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