Direct Support Professional DJ-MS

ARISE CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICE INC; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Part time

Job summary

ARISE CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICE INC in Syracuse, NY is seeking a Direct Support Professional for part-time shifts to support individuals in home and community settings. The role focuses on teaching skills for independent living and fostering positive communication.

Flexibility is valued with up to 20 hours per week and potential for additional hours. Candidates must be 18+, have a valid NY driver's license, reliable transportation, and access to a smartphone or device to use community apps.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to work independently in home and community.
• Reliable with effective communication and organizational skills.
• New York State Driver's license with reliable transportation.
• Experience with people with developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in teaching skills for independent living.
• Teach and model positive communication.
• Facilitate conversations when needed.
• Support individuals in community activities and outings.

Skills

Effective communication

Independence

Reliability

Flexibility

Driving

Job description

1:1 Part-Time Support Staff Needed – Inner city of Syracuse (DJ– MS)19 male, inner city of Syracuse is looking for a Direct Support Professional to assist Teach skills for independent living and Teach positive communication skills.He likes to spend time enjoying video games, scary movies, watching YouTube, visiting the mall to eat and look into anime stores.The ideal candidate is required to have patience, as this person has a hard time with controlling outburst at times. The ideal candidate should also be good at facilitating conversations when needed and willing to work out and able to him them with the direction of services from time to time.This is a part-time position, but additional hours are available with other people receiving services at the agency.Start time and hours are flexible, up to 20 hours a week.Starting pay: CH1 $19.25/hour and increases with years of relevant experience.Location, Syracuse NYQualifications: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 drivers licenseEffective 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 ARISE/EFR'S technology policy.