Direct Support Professional | Full-Time 2-10 p.m.

Emmauspgh; Pittsburgh, Scott Township (Allegheny County, Allegheny County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Job summary

Emmaus Community of Pittsburgh is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist residents with daily living, help them grow skills, and participate in community activities in the Pittsburgh area. The starting pay is $17.00–$22.29 per hour, with a $2,000 hiring bonus and comprehensive training provided.

No prior experience is required; we support you with training, supervision, and a path to growth while you work 2 p.m.–10 p.m. Monday through Friday under the Residential Advisor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or higher education.
• Driver’s license.
• Act 34 and FBI clearances.
• Pre-employment physical and TB (Mantoux) test.
• A willingness to learn: training provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal hygiene, assist with medical appointments, and administer medications.
• Plan menus, shop for groceries, and prepare meals that meet residents’ dietary needs.
• Help keep the home clean and well maintained and care for residents’ belongings.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma, GED, or higher education

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: PITTSBURGH, PA 15220, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $17.00 - $22.29 Hourly, Location: Position #1 —15220area (Single Location) | Position #2—Multiple locations, primarily in the South Hills (Floating)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 2 p.m.–10p.m.

Starting salary: $17–$22.29/hour; $12–$15.29/hour for asleep overnights

Reports to: Residential Advisor

Role summary

Now offering a $2,000 hiring bonus!

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of people with intellectual disabilities at Emmaus Community of Pittsburgh. As a Direct Support Professional, you’ll assist residents in their daily routines, help them build skills and relationships, pursue their personal goals, and participate in activities at home and throughout the community. No experience is required – we provide the training and support you need to feel confident in your role.

What you’ll do

ASSIST WITH DAILY LIVING

• Support residents with personal hygiene, assist with medical appointments, and administer medications.
• Plan menus, shop for groceries, and prepare meals that meet residents’ dietary needs.
• Help keep the home clean and well maintained and care for residents’ belongings.

BUILD RELATIONSHIPS & COMMUNITY LIFE

• Build respectful, trusting relationships with residents and uphold the mission and values of Emmaus.
• Provide residents with opportunities for social and recreational activities at home and in the community and participate in celebrations such as birthdays and holidays.

SUPPORT PERSONAL GROWTH

• Help develop residents’ goals and outcomes and support their progress.
• ImplementIndividualSupportPlans(ISPs)aswrittenandcompleterequireddocumentation.
• Assistresidentswithmoneymanagementandfollowallpoliciesforsafeguardingresidentandagencyfunds.
• Conductanddocumentmonthlyfiredrillsandcompliancewithallstate- andcounty‑mandatedregulations.

LEARN & WORK AS A TEAM

• WorkcollaborativelywiththeteamundertheResidentialAdvisor’ssupervisionandattendrequiredstaffmeetings.
• Cross‑trainataminimumofoneotherEmmauslocation.

What you’ll get

HEALTHCARE&WELLNESS

• Healthcare(90% employer‑paidforemployee‑only;85%forothertiers—seeratesbelow)
• Dental&Vision(100% employer‑paid, includingfamily)
• EAP,includingmentalhealthsupport

INSURANCE & RETIREMENT

• Short‑Term&Long‑TermDisability
• $25,000 LifeInsurancePolicy
• 403bRetirementPlan

TIMEOFF &DOUBLETIME

• Paid TimeOff(4weeks/20days)
• Doubletimeformostworkedholidays

EDUCATION&LOANBENEFITS

• TuitionReimbursementProgram(after1yearfull-time)
• PublicService LoanForgiveness(PSLF)programeligibility

Benefits rate details

The amounts beloware the employee’s contribution per paycheck, basedon26pay periodsperyear. Medical costs varybythelevelofcoverageselected. Dentalandvision coveragehavenoadditionalemployeecost. Employee costs active July1,2026.

• Employee Costs
• Aetna EPO
• MetLife Dental
• UPMC Vision
• Employee-Only
• $61.05 per pay
• $0
• $0
• Employee & Child(ren)
• $184.26 per pay
• $0
• $0
• Employee & Spouse
• $245.07 per pay
• $0
• $0
• Family Coverage
• $255.51 per pay
• $0
• $0

What you'll bring

• High school diploma, GED, or higher education
• Driver’s license
• Act 34 and FBI clearances
• Pre-employment physical and TB (Mantoux) test
• A willingness to learn: experience not required; training provided

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.

Equal opportunity employer

Equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religious creed, disability, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local laws.