Direct Support Professional CA-JJ (61987)

ARISE CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICE INC; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Indera is seeking a 1:1 Part-Time Support Staff to assist a Syracuse resident with community activities and social engagement. The role requires creativity, patience, and the ability to travel to various locations, including navigating stairs and uneven terrain. Starting pay is $19.25 per hour, with increases based on relevant experience.

Hours are 9 per week, flexible, in Syracuse, NY. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required, and experience with developmental

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Effective communication and organizational skills required.
• Flexibility with assignments and schedule required.
• Reliable transportation to arrive at job site on 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

• Assist with getting out in the community and finding activities.
• Engage in conversations with others during community outings.
• Travel to different locations as needed.
• Support the individual on stairs and uneven terrain.
• Provide companionship and support with daily routines.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Reliable transportation

Experience with developmental disabilt

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Syracuse - Syracuse , NY 13205

Position Type: Per Diem

Education Level: None

Salary Range: $19.25 - $20.50 Hourly

Job Category: Direct Support Professional

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.

1:1 Part-Time Support Staff Needed – Syracuse, NY (CA – JJ)

A 66-year-old male in the Syracuse area is looking for a Direct Support Professional to assist him with getting out in the community, finding more activities he’d like to participate in, and conversing with others out in the community. He loves creating art and making books. He likes coffee breaks, classic cars, bowling, shooting hoops and going to basketball games, cooking, dressing up for Halloween, concerts, art shows, movies, and going to the library and the zoo. He also enjoys watching the planes take off and land at the airport. The ideal candidate is creative, engaging, patient, and willing to travel to different locations. The ideal candidate must also be able to support someone on stairs and uneven terrain.

This is a part‑time position, but additional hours are available with other people receiving services at the agency.

Hours and days of work: 9 hours per week, flexible.

Starting pay: Starting pay is $19.25/hour and increases with years of relevant experience.

Location: Syracuse, NY

EOE

Qualifications

• Must have a valid drivers license
• 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.