Community Support Professional - Part Time

Lifetime Assistance, Inc.; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Cell phone stipend

No-premium health insurance option

Tuition reimbursement

Paid training

Caring culture

Job summary

Lifetime Assistance, Inc. is seeking a Community Support Professional for a part-time, on-site role based in Rochester, NY. The position offers 20–29 hours per week with a pay range of $19.49 to $20.52 per hour and mileage reimbursement.

Responsibilities include independent community support, daily living assistance, transportation, crisis management, and careful documentation. A $1,000 welcome bonus is offered for new CSP hires working at least 20 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Valid NYS driver’s license with at least 2 years of continuous driving experience.
• Reliable personal vehicle, fully insured, inspected and registered.
• Experience with OPWDD, OMH, CNA, or home-based support; dual diagnosis/mental health experience valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one community support in individuals’ homes.
• Assist with daily living tasks such as grocery shopping, meal prep, budgeting.
• Transport individuals to appointments or events using your vehicle.
• Manage verbal escalation and crises calmly and professionally.
• Mentor and ensure safety and compliance in the field.
• Maintain detailed documentation and safety standards.

Skills

Valid NYS driver’s license

Reliable personal vehicle

Independent work

Experience with OPWDD/OMH/CNA/home‑bas

Job description

Community Support Professional - Part Time

Job Category: Comm and Voc Services

Requisition Number: COMMU003010

• Posted : October 27, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

• Pay or shift range: $19.49 USD to $20.52 USD
  The listed salary range reflects the budgeted compensation for this position. Final offers may vary based on factors such as the candidate’s experience, education, qualifications, and other job-related considerations.

Description

Lifetime Assistance – Community Support Professional - $1,000 Welcome Bonus!
Make an Impact. Create Joy. Shape the Future.

At Lifetime Assistance, our mission is to foster independence, dignity, and respect for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Working with us goes beyond just a job—it’s a chance to transform lives, including your own.

Position Overview:

Job Title: Community Support Professional
Location: Rochester, NY (community-based, various locations)
Department: Community Services
Employment Type: Part Time, 20-29 hours per week - Case needs are available between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM, allowing assignments to be aligned with your availability within that timeframe. We ask that employees maintain reasonable flexibility whenever possible to accommodate occasional changes in the needs or circumstances of the individuals supported.
Pay: $19.49 - $20.52 per hour plus mileage reimbursement
Bonus: $1,000 Welcome Bonus for CSP new hires working 20 hours or more per week!!!

Why You Should Work for Lifetime Assistance?

• $1,000 Welcome Bonus: For eligible new hires who work at least 20 hours a week!
• Mileage Reimbursement: Get reimbursed for the use of your personal vehicle per mile.
• Cell Phone Stipend or Agency Cell Phone
• No-Premium Health Insurance Option: Access comprehensive healthcare without added cost.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement & scholarship opportunities.
• Paid Training & Coaching: Receive hands-on onboarding with a Success Coach, immersive learning, e-learning, and ongoing paid training.
• Join a Caring Culture: Be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team that values every person — both those we support and our employees alike.

Your Core Responsibilities:

• Independent Support: Provide one-on-one support in the community. You must be comfortable working independently in individuals’ homes located in various neighborhoods without on-site supervision.
• Skill Building: Assist with daily living tasks such as grocery shopping, meal preparation, and budgeting.
• Community & Transport: Transport individuals to appointments or community events using your personal vehicle.
• Crisis Management: Manage verbal escalation and crisis situations with a calm, unflappable, and emotionally regulated demeanor.
• Professional Guidance: Act as a professionally direct mentor, allowing for natural consequences while ensuring safety and compliance.
• Documentation: Maintain high standards for detail-oriented documentation and safety expectations.

What You Bring:

• Requirements: Valid and clean NYS driver’s license with at least 2 years of continuous driving experience. Must meet agency Motor Vehicle Operating Requirements.
• Reliable personal vehicle - fully insured, inspected and registered.
• Experience: Prior experience is preferred (OPWDD, OMH, CNA, or home-based support). We value experience with dual diagnosis, mental health needs, and verbal aggression management.
• The Right Mindset: You are a self-starter who can independently find resources and solve problems quickly. You are comfortable assisting individuals with developmental disabilities and adapting to their changing needs over time.
• Communication: You are highly responsive and communicative, even while working independently in the field.

Our Mission & Culture:

• Mission-Driven Work: Empowering individuals to live with independence and purpose—here, your work truly matters.
• Inclusive & Supportive: A workplace built on respect, dignity, and a shared vision of inclusion.
• Community Impact: Join efforts that reflect Lifetime Assistance’s dedication to community partnerships and enhanced quality of life for all.

Are You Ready to Begin?

If you’re passionate, caring, and ready to transform lives—on a schedule that works for you—apply today!

Equal Opportunity Employer
Lifetime Assistance is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to inclusive hiring practices without regard to race, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

I am part of something bigger… Being a Lifetime Assistance employee means everything to me.
— Kimberly C, Family Coordinator of Community Services, celebrating her 30th year with us

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

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