1:1 Part-Time Direct Support Professional — Community Advocate

ARISE CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICE INC; City of Oneida (NY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Indera seeks a 1:1 Part-Time Direct Support Professional in Oneida, NY to assist a 58-year-old male client with advocacy, activities, and benefits education. The role requires creativity, patience, and willingness to travel between locations.

The position is part-time with potential for more hours as available, and starting pay is $19.25 per hour, with increases with relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Must be at least 18 years old (from context of typical DSP role).
• Effective communication and organizational abilities are required.
• Flexibility with assignments and schedule is needed.
• Reliable transportation to arrive at the job site on time.
• Experience working with people with Developmental Disabilities preferred.
• Must have technology available to download multiple apps and follow policy.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for the client and support self-advocacy.
• Engage in fun activities and help educate the client about benefits/applications.
• Be open to exploring new activities and interests with the client and advocate as needed.
• This is a part-time role with potential additional hours by serving other clients at the agency.
• Willingness to travel to different locations depending on client needs.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Reliable transportation

Developmental Disabilities experience

Technology access for apps

Job description

Indera seeks a 1:1 Part-Time Direct Support Professional in Oneida, NY to assist a 58-year-old male client with advocacy, activities, and benefits education. The role requires creativity, patience, and willingness to travel between locations.

The position is part-time with potential for more hours as available, and starting pay is $19.25 per hour, with increases with relevant experience.