Direct Support Professional - Lockport - Full Time - Days

Intandem; City of Lockport (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Intandem is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Lockport, NY to assist residents with developmental disabilities, promoting independence and well-being.

You will provide daily support, instruction, and compassionate care in residential settings, help with meals and light housekeeping, and assist with medication administration as needed. Training and supervision are provided by a Residential Manager to ensure quality support.

Qualifications

• Must have ability to perform all job functions.
• Possess a valid NYS driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Enhance quality of life by assisting and supporting individuals in residential settings.
• Promote health and safety and build meaningful relationships.
• Assist with light housekeeping, meal planning, and medication administration as needed.
• Participate in trainings to improve skills.

Skills

New York State driver's license

Flexible schedule

Positive role model

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

JOB TITLE: Direct Support Professional

CLASSIFICATION: Full Time, Non-Exempt

PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT: Residential, OPWDD

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Residential Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you get to enhance quality of life for people with developmental disabilities by assisting, instructing, and supporting individuals living in our residences to be as independent as possible. Promote the health, safety and well-being of the individuals while building positive, meaningful relationships. Advocate for individuals in our residences to communicate their wants/needs, and integrate them into the community for recreation. Perform various tasks to promote a well-rounded environment by doing light housekeeping, helping individuals plan nutritious meals, and administering medications as needed. Participate in regularly scheduled trainings to enhance skills and knowledge to continue to support the individuals in the best way possible.

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

• Ability to perform all job functions

PREFERRED EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Valid New York State driver’s license that meets the Agency’s driving policy
• Work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
• Be a positive role model for people with disabilities and other staff

SALARY

• $17.50-20 per hour
• 17.50 starting rate with opportunity to earn up to 20 with successful completion of medication certification and applicable shift differential.

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