Direct Support Professional BA-BW (62120)

ARISE CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICE INC; City of Oswego (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Indera is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to work with a young man with a developmental disability in Oswego, NY. You will assist with accessing the community, attending activities, and building independence at home with daily tasks such as cooking, laundry, and shopping.

The role offers 5-15 hours per week on a per diem schedule. A valid NY driver’s license and reliable transportation are required to travel to the Oswego area, with mileage reimbursed.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and be at least 18 years old.
• Effective communication and organizational skills required; flexibility with schedule.
• Experience working with people with developmental disabilities preferred; reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Assistance with independent living skills, health and safety support, and pursuing personal interests.
• Prior experience with individuals with disabilities is a plus.
• Mileage reimbursement for travel with the individual; access to a reliable vehicle and NYS driver's license are required.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Age 18+

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Reliable transportation

DD experience preferred

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Oswego - Oswego, NY 13126

Position Type: Per Diem

Education Level: None

Salary Range: $25.00 - $25.00 Hourly

Job Category: Direct Support Professional

Self-Direction DSP - Oswego NY Area (Job #BA-BW)

Indera is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to work with a kind, shy and creative young man with a developmental disability. In this role, you will assist him with accessing his community and activities of interest. In the community, he enjoys attending an art club, seeing movies, going for walks, and opportunities for social interaction. He is working on building confidence with communication skills such as eye contact and transitioning through interactions. At home, he would like to complete activities for independence such as cooking, completing laundry, and shopping. The ideal candidate will have a fun sense of humor, effective communication skills, and strong organizational skills.

This individual has an inconsistent work schedule. He is seeking a staff that is willing to communicate regarding weekly availability, as it may differ.

Hours and days of work: 5-15 hours/week

Payrate: $25.00

Location: Oswego, NY

Responsibilities

• assistance with independent living skills, support with health and safety and pursuing personal interests.
• Prior experience working with individuals with disabilities a plus.
• A reliable vehicle and a valid NYS driver's license are required. All mileage accrued while with the individual is reimbursed.

Indera is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Effective 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.