Direct Support Professional BA-MR

ARISE CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICE INC; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Job summary

ARISE CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICE INC in Syracuse is seeking a part-time Direct Support Professional to assist a 21-year-old non-binary individual in home and community settings. You will help plan and participate in activities aligned with interests in languages, culture, shopping, bowling, martial arts, animals, music and cosplay.

The position offers flexible hours Monday–Friday 12:00–18:00, up to 30 hours/week, with potential weekend events.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to work independently in the person’s home and/or community.
• Reliable with effective communication and organizational skills.
• No experience required but experience working with people with disabilities preferred.
• New York State Driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance is required; acceptable driving record required.
• Must have technology available to download multiple apps for use in the community.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support in the client’s home and community.
• Plan and participate in activities based on the client’s interests.
• Assist with learning activities and calming techniques.
• Ensure safety and transportation when required.

Skills

Independent work

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Reliable transportation

Job description

Self-Direction DSP - Syracuse Ny Area (Job #BA-MR)21yr old non binary person in city of Syracuse looking for staffing during the week and possible weekendsIndividual has strong interests in learning other languages, other countries culture, going to the mall, bowling, martial arts, animals and the zoo, YMCA, likes to sing/dance, music, gaming, cosplayThe ideal candidate is creative and engaging, active and patient, knowledgeable with calming techniques. Staff should be willing to find new interesting activities for them, and participate alongside them. Prior experience a plus.This is a part-time position, but additional hours are available with other people receiving services.at the agency.Hours and days of work: Flexible hours available Monday-Friday hours approximately between 12-6pm. 30 hours available a week.Weekends can also be available for events or interestsStarting pay: $23.00Location: Syracuse, NY city areaQualifications:Must be at least 18 years old.Ability to work independently in the person’s home and/or community.Reliable with effective communication and organizational skillsNo experience required but experience working with people with disabilities preferred.New York State Driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance is required; acceptable driving record required.Must have technology available to download multiple apps for use in the community.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.