Direct Support Professional-AHRC East Meadow Apartments Sat & Sun 8am- 4pm - 16 hours per week

AHRC Career Opportunities; Village of Potsdam (NY); On-site; USD 19,286 - 19,975; Part time

Job summary

A community living services organization in East Meadow is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide part-time support from Saturday to Sunday, 8 am to 4 pm. This role involves assisting individuals with self-care routines, health, safety, and ensuring overall well-being. Qualified applicants should have a High School Diploma or equivalent, a valid NYS driver's license, and strong communication abilities. This position offers a pay scale of $14.00 to $14.50 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must submit a valid NYS drivers' license and maintain a qualified driver status throughout employment.
• Ability to communicate and understand written and oral directives/information.

Responsibilities

• Promote the agency’s mission statement in every interaction.
• Provide ongoing support to maintain a high quality of life.
• Assist with self-care routines, health, safety, and socialization.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to follow directives

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Direct Support Professional-AHRC East Meadow Apartments Sat & Sun 8am- 4pm - 16 hours per week

Job Category: Counselor

Requisition Number: DIREC12723

• Posted: July 2, 2021
• Part-Time

Locations

East Meadow Apts 425 Newbridge Rd East Meadow, NY 11554, USA

East Meadow Apartments Sat - Sun 8am- 4pm - 16 hours per week

The pay scale for this position is $14.00-$14.50 in consideration of experience

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Must submit a valid NYS drivers' license, and maintain a qualified driver status throughout employment.
• Must have the ability to communicate and understand written and oral directives/information

Primary duties and responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Practice and promote the agency’s mission statement and guiding principles in every interaction.
• Provide ongoing support to the people that live in the Community Living Services program to ensure that a high quality of life is maintained.
• Provide support in the areas of, for example, self-care routines, health, safety, household chores, socialization, and overall well-being.

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