Direct Support Professional – Jamestown

Aspire Of Western New York; Jamestown (NY); On-site; USD 37,800 - 46,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

FSA

Life insurance

Short-term disability

403b retirement plan

Continuing education reimbursement

15 paid holidays

Sick time

Personal time

Vacation time

Job summary

Aspire of WNY is seeking Direct Care Aides to work in community-based homes in the Jamestown area. This role supports people with developmental disabilities with daily living needs, including personal care, meal prep and medication administration.

We offer competitive pay at an hourly rate of $20.39, plus benefits for both full-time and part-time positions, and opportunities to help individuals live more independently in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years old and have a NYS driver's license.
• Experience with developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living, personal hygiene and meal needs.
• Administer medications and ensure safety for those supported.

Skills

Daily living assistance

Medication administration

Safety monitoring

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Work Where You Can Make an IMPACT

Aspire of WNY is seeking full-time/part-time Direct Care Aides to work in community based homes in the Jamestown area.

At Aspire, we are driven by the core belief that children and adults with developmental disabilities have the right to realize their full potential and live as independently as possible. Aspire compassionately and relentlessly works toward facilitating this end.

The position supports people with developmental disabilities with activities of daily living – including, but not limited to, personal hygiene care, meal prep and feeding, administer medication. It is the responsibility of all Direct Support Professionals to ensure safety of the people we support and provide supports needed for each person to learn and grow.

Hourly rate of pay: $20.39

Direct Care Aide Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid New York State Driver’s License

Benefits for our full time and part time positions

• Medical insurance thru Independent Health
• Dental insurance
• FSA
• Life insurance
• Short term disability insurances
• 403b retirement plan with Agency match
• Continuing education reimbursement
• 15 paid holidays
• Separate sick, personal and vacation time

EOE.