Direct Support Professional

Community Options, Inc.; Village of East Syracuse (NY); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 29.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Paid holidays including birthday

Generous PTO

Employee incentive programs

403b retirement plan

Career growth opportunities

Supportive coworkers

Tuition reduction partnerships

Descripción de la vacante

Community Options, Inc. in Syracuse, NY is hiring full-time Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers and Home Health Aides to provide person-centered care. No experience is required as paid training is provided.

Starting pay is $18.00 per hour, with opportunities for growth and advancement. The role involves direct care, community participation, and driving individuals to appointments, with emphasis on maintaining accurate documentation and supporting independence for individuals with IDD.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports.
• Ability to exercise good judgement and remain calm in crisis situations.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug tests.

Responsabilidades

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and personal hygiene.

Conocimientos

Direct care

Relationship building

Crisis management

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

Description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states. We are Now HiringFull-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Syracuse, NY to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is a fantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference! No experience required– we provide PAID training!

Starting pay is $18.00/per hour

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
• Assist with the learning and development of independent and community-based skills
• Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgement and remain calm in crisis situations
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision).
• Paid Holidays- Including a Birthday Holiday!
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs.
• 403b Retirement Plan.
• Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities.
• Great coworkers/team that support you!
• University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity EmployerM/F/D/V