Direct Support Professional LT-SB (62113)

ARISE CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICE INC; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

ARISE CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICE INC is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Syracuse, NY to assist a 47-year-old woman with community engagement, physical activity, and social skills. You will help create meaningful routines, encourage independence, and provide safety support in daily activities.

The role emphasizes creativity, compassion, and a commitment to empowering the individual to thrive, with weekend availability and after 2:00pm weekday hours.

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'stechnology policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent encouragement and ensure safety.
• Help create meaningful, engaging routines that build confidence and autonomy.
• Assist the individual to get out into the community and stay physically active.
• Support the individual in developing social skills and exploring community opportunities.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Reliability

Job description

Job Details Job Location: Syracuse - Syracuse, NY 13205 Position Type: Per Diem Education Level: None Salary Range: $18.00 - $18.00 Hourly Job Category: Direct Support Professional Self-Direction DSP - Syracuse Ny Area (Job #LT-SB)

A 47-year-old woman in the Syracuse area is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist them with getting out into the community, being physically active, and developing their social skills. The individuals' passions include painting, creative writing, and making jewelry. The ideal candidate will be able to work with the individual to become familiar with the area they live in and discover some social opportunities within their community.

The DSP will provide consistent encouragement, ensure safety, and help create meaningful, engaging routines that build confidence and autonomy.

The ideal candidate is patient, reliable, and energetic, with a supportive and engaging approach. You should feel comfortable participating in outdoor activities, trying new experiences together, and helping them explore their interests. While experience working with people with disabilities is helpful, it is not required—what matters most is creativity, compassion, and a genuine commitment to empowering others to thrive.

The hours and days are flexible: after 2:00pm on weekdays (up to 13 hours per week), and weekends are open as well.

The pay rate is $18 per hour.

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'stechnology policy.