Direct Support Assistant

Byrne Dairy; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,225 - 56,413; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays: 13 per year

Paid vacation: 13 days initially

Health care coverage for employees and dependents

Job summary

A regional employer in New York is seeking a Direct Support Assistant to provide essential support and services to individuals. The role includes assisting with daily living activities, community integration, and personal hygiene care. Applicants must have a high school diploma, a valid NY driver's license, and meet physical standards. Benefits offered include generous paid leave, health care coverage, and professional development opportunities, creating a supportive work environment for all.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid New York State driver’s license.
• Meet physical and agility standards for the role.

Responsibilities

• Provide supports and services to individuals.
• Advocate and guide individuals in personal choices.
• Assist with personal care and daily living skills.

Skills

Support and services provision

Advocacy and guidance

Community integration

Personal hygiene assistance

Daily living skills coaching

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Direct Support Assistant

Responsibilities

• Provide supports and services.
• Advocate, encourage, guide and teach individuals in expressing personal choice.
• Ensure community integration.
• Assist individuals with personal hygiene care, toileting, dining, dressing, meal preparation, lifts and transfers.
• Help individuals participate in games and recreational programs.
• Coach and encourage individuals to develop daily living skills.
• Provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.
• Work with other staff to carry out care plans and record care plans.
• Administer medication in accordance with special instructions.

To learn more about what direct professionals do on the job every day, go to: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cnK4z3KAqtE

Minimum Qualifications

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED or DSP Certificate from an accredited organization).
• Have a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State and maintain it throughout employment as a DSA.
• Meet physical and agility standards.

Additional Information

This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). Employees hired under NY HELPS may be appointed to permanent competitive status within one year of permanent appointment without taking an exam. Preference will be given to OPWDD employees impacted by closures.

Salary: From $52,225 to $56,413 annually (includes statutory hiring rate, increased hiring salary, and geographic pay differential).

Benefits include:

• Paid holidays: 13 per year.
• Paid vacation: 13 days initially.
• Paid personal leave: 5 days per year.
• Paid sick leave: 13 days per year (PEF/CSEA).
• Professional leave: up to 3 days per year.
• Health care coverage for employees and eligible dependents, including family dental and vision plans at no extra cost.
• Paid parental leave up to 12 weeks at full pay for qualifying events.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Deferred Compensation Plan (NY State ERS).
• Retirement program: NYS Employees’ Retirement System (ERS).
• Professional development and training support.
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness under certain conditions.

OPWDD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

How to Apply

Please email your resume to [e-mail] and reference vacancy ID in your email.

Contact Information

Office: Central NY Human Resources Office

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]