Community Service Professional

10 Center for Disability Svcs Inc; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

PTO

401K

Flexible schedule

Certification Training Opportunities

Dependent on hour statues

Job summary

Center for Disability Services in the Capital Region seeks Community Service Professionals to provide individualized support to people with developmental disabilities in homes or community settings across the Capital District. Ideal candidates have a High School diploma or equivalent, a valid NYS Driver’s License, are at least 18, and can lift up to 50 pounds to assist with activities and outings.

We offer medical/dental/vision, PTO, a 401K plan, a flexible schedule, and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid NYS Driver’s License and reliable transportation.
• Must be at least 18 years old and able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds to apply for this position.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support to people of all ages with developmental disabilities, throughout the Capital District, in the person's private home, or out in the community.
• Engage in recreational and community-based activities such as shopping, exercise groups, restaurants & more.
• Provide learning opportunities to support their goal to achieve independence.
• CSP's support people with different abilities to learn and practice skills to gain greater independence, work towards achieving their dreams and be valued members of the community.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Where people get better at life! Join us in our mission to make a difference and shape a more inclusive future. We are searching for Community Service Professionals (CSP) to join our agency! Are you looking for a flexible schedule to work around your busy life? This position is perfect for anyone looking to work around their education, childcare, primary job, and more!

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support to people of all ages with developmental disabilities, throughout the Capital District, in the person's private home, or out in the community.
• Engage in recreational and community-based activities such shopping, exercise groups, restaurants & more.
• Provide learning opportunities to support their goal to achieve independence.
• CSP's support people with different abilities to learn and practice skills to gain greater independence, work towards achieving their dreams and be valued members of the community.

Requirements

• Must have a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid NYS Driver’s License and reliable transportation.
• Must be at least 18 years old and able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds to apply for this position.

What We Provide

• Medical/Dental/Vision*
• PTO*
• 401K*
• Flexible schedule Certification Training Opportunities *
• Dependent on hour statues

At The Center for Disability Services, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and the people we support. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our employment practices.

Compensation Range: $19.56 - $20.47

For over 80 years, the Center for Disability Services has served as a trusted community leader, providing innovative programs and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities here in the Capital Region and North Country. We are committed to empowering individuals to lead full, independent lives, and have served over 12,000 people to date. At the Center, we firmly believe that no job is too small when it comes to making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities. As a team, every employee plays an integral part in our mission to empower individuals and promote independence. Whether you're directly involved in patient care, coordinating programs, managing operations, or providing essential support, your contribution is vital to creating a brighter and more accessible world for those we serve. Join us in our mission to make a difference and shape a more inclusive future.