Direct Support Professional DN-LR

ARISE-Exceptional Family Resources; Town of Camillus (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

ARISE-Exceptional Family Resources is seeking a part-time Direct Support Professional in Camillus, NY. The role involves assisting a 41-year-old client with budgeting, community activities, household tasks, meals, shopping, and parenting-skill coaching.

Hours are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. A New York State driver’s license and reliable transportation are required; no experience is necessary though preferred. Travel to various locations will be part of the job.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be able to work independently in the person’s home and/or community.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.
• Experience with people with disabilities is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with money management and budgeting, helping the client stay engaged in the community and with daily tasks.
• Provide verbal and physical support with household tasks, meals, and shopping, and help with learning parenting skills.
• Travel to different locations as needed to support services and activities.

Skills

Independent work

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Patience and adaptability

Job description

1:1 Part-Time Support Staff Needed – Camillus, NY (DN-LR)A 41-year-old female in the Camillus area is looking for a Direct Support Professional to assist her with money management and budgeting, being active in the community, help with household tasks and meal/shopping and support with learning new parenting skills.She spends most of her time at home with her family and friends. She takes care of her children and her own home. She enjoys shopping for items like food, clothing and window shopping. She would like to be able to get out of the house to stay busy while her children are at school.The ideal candidate is creative, engaging, active, patient, and willing to travel to different locations. The ideal candidate must be willing to provide verbal and physical support with household tasks, making meals, and upkeep of her home. Must be willing to provide support with teaching parenting skills and willing to offer advice.This is a part-time position, but additional hours are available with other people receiving services.at the agency.Hours and days of work: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 9-1pm.Starting pay: Starting pay is $19.25 for Community Hab and increases with years of relevant experience.Location: Camillus, 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 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.