Direct Support Professional KF-TK (63196)

ARISE CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICE INC; Town of Camillus (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Indera is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Camillus, NY 13031 for a part-time, per diem role. You will support a 47-year-old female client with social skills, budgeting, and community activities, using public transportation and Call-A-Bus as needed.

Ideal candidates are engaging, reliable, and capable of building meaningful relationships. Requires a valid driver’s license and flexibility with schedules; prior experience with developmental disabilities is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Demonstrated effective communication and organization.
• Flexible with assignments and schedule.
• Reliable transportation to job site at scheduled time.
• Experience with people with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Must have access to multiple apps for community activities and follow Indera’s technology policy.

Responsibilities

• Assist the client in developing social skills.
• Assist with money management and budgeting.
• Help find community activities the client may enjoy.
• Support participation via Call-A-Bus and other public transport.
• Assist with shopping, hobbies, and daily outings.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Reliable transportation

Tools

Technology policy access

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Camillus - Camillus, NY 13031, Position Type: Per Diem, Education Level: None, Salary Range: $18.50 - $20.50Hourly, 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.

Part-Time Support Staff Needed – Camillus NY (KF – TK)

A 47 year old female in Camillus NY is looking for a Direct Support Professional to assist her with working further developing her social skills, working on money management and budgeting, and assistance with finding various activities in her community that she may enjoy. She is a very loving person and has a great sense of humor. She is able to navigate the community by using the call-a-bus service to go to her place of choice, requiring DSP assistance. When she is able, she also enjoys going shopping at various locations, as well as engaging in hobbies like the zoo and going to the casino.

The ideal candidate is engaging, outgoing, and a social individual who enjoys building meaningful relationships and supporting others in achieving greater independence. This person should be reliable, encouraging, and have a good sense of humor. The ideal candidate should be willing to utilize Call-A-Bus and other available public transportation services to support her participation in community-based activities and help her access the places and experiences she enjoys.

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

Hours and days of work

Thursdays from 9:30a – 1:30p

Starting pay

Starting pay is $18.50/hour and increases with years of experience

Location

Camillus, NY

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must be at least 18 years old
• 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.