Direct Support Professional AT-LD

ARISE-Exceptional Family Resources; Town of Lysander (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Indera is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide community habilitation for a school-aged boy in Baldwinsville, NY. You’ll assist with daily living skills, transportation, and activities at home and in the community, using AAC devices and supportive communication methods.

Ideal candidates are patient, reliable, and able to work part-time after 4:30 PM during the school year; a NYS driver’s license is required and training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Must have valid NYS driver's license.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Experience with people with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Must have technology to download multiple apps and follow policy.
• Background check, fingerprinting and DMV record check will be conducted.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care and independent living skills.
• Support transportation to activities and appointments.
• Help with meal preparation.
• Provide behavioral redirection as needed.
• Engage in community activities and learning tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Dependability

Flexibility

Organizational skills

Reliable transportation

Job description

At Indera we envision a world where disability never limits opportunity,and every community is built for everyone.Indera is dedicated to promoting independence and enhancing quality of life for the individuals we serve. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities, and are committed to providing the support, accommodations, and resources needed to help every employee achieve their personal and professional goals.Self-Direction Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Baldwinsville, NY Area (Job #AT-LD)Indera is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide Community Habilitation services to a young school aged boy in the Baldwinsville area.This young boy is playful and very sweet-natured. He enjoys spending time with his family, playing outdoors, going to local parks, going on nature walks, and swimming. He communicates using his iPad and an AAC device to help him make his needs and wants known. He also communicates with sounds, gestures, body language, and facial expressions. We are looking for a patient, kind, and reliable individual to assist him with learning to be more independent at home and in the community setting.Prior experience supporting school aged individuals with special needs in a school based or other setting preferred. Guidance on activities and training will be provided by the family in conjunction with the agency supervisor. Some responsibilities include assisting with Personal Care, Independent living skills, transportation, and meal preparation. Some behavioral redirection may be needed at times.Valid NYS driver's license and a reliable vehicle required.Indera is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Background check, fingerprinting and DMV record check will be conducted prior to hire by the non-profit agency.Pay Rate: $23/hour All new hires must complete a five-hour initial training course online; the training rate is $17.00.Hours: Part Time, 2 Weekday after 4:30 PM during the school year. Hours to be agreed upon, the family is willing to work with potential staff on scheduling and are flexible on hoursSupervisor Contact: Abigail Thompson, [e-mail]. Please contact for further information and to follow up on your application status.Must have a valid driver's licenseMust be at least 18 years oldEffective communication and organizational skills required.Flexibility with assignments and schedule required.Reliable transportation to arrive to job site at scheduled time.Experience working with people with Developmental Disabilities preferred.Must have technology available to download multiple apps for use in the community and abide by Indera's technology policy.