Direct Support Professional (AT-LH) (60003)

ARISE CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICE INC; City of Oswego (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Part time

Job summary

ARISE CHIL D AND FAMILY SERVICE INC is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Oswego, NY 13126. This per diem role involves assisting a young school-aged, non-verbal girl with daily living activities, using an iPad and sign language. Responsibilities include personal care, transfers with a wheelchair and Hoyer lift, and meal preparation.

Valid NYS driver’s license and reliable vehicle required. Training course (5 hours) provided; background and DMV checks conducted prior to hire.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.
• Flexibility with assignments and schedule.
• Reliable transportation.
• Preferred experience working with people with developmental disabilities.
• Technology access to download multiple apps and compliance with ARISE/EFR’s technology policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide respite services to the client.
• Assist with activities of daily living and meal preparation.
• Support transfers with wheelchair and Hoyer lift.
• Behavioral redirection may be required when needed.
• Ensure safety and adhere to ARISE/EFR policies.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Reliable transportation

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Oswego Area (Job #AT‑LT)

Job Location: Oswego, NY 13126
Position Type: Per Diem
Education Level: None
Salary: $21.00 per hour

ARISE is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide respite services to a young school‑aged, non‑verbal girl who uses an iPad, sign language, and other communication methods. The candidate will support her activities of daily living, including personal care, transferring with a wheelchair and Hoyer lift, and meal preparation. The individual is physically disabled and weighs approximately 115 lbs.; staff must assist with lifting and transfers as needed. Behavioral redirection may be required at times.

Valid NYS driver’s license and reliable vehicle required. All new hires must complete a five‑hour initial training course online (training rate $17.00). Background check, fingerprinting, and DMV record check will be conducted prior to hire.

Hours: Part‑time, weekday evenings after 4:30PM during the school year and Saturdays. Schedule is flexible and will be coordinated with the family.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license
• Effective communication and organizational skills
• Flexibility with assignments and schedule
• Reliable transportation
• Preferred experience working with people with developmental disabilities
• Technology access to download multiple apps and compliance with ARISE/EFR’s technology policy

Arise/EFR is an Equal Opportunity Employer.