Direct Support Professional MD-HS

ARISE CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICE INC; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

ARISE Child and Family Service Inc in Syracuse, NY is seeking a Direct Support Professional to help a 15-year-old girl stay active in the community and choose activities she enjoys. The role requires creativity, adaptability, and a willingness to travel to various locations.

Starting pay is $19.25 per hour with potential for additional hours. Must be at least 18, have a NY driver's license, reliable transportation, and the ability to download and use multiple apps as part of Indera's technology

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• New York State Driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance required.
• Experience working with people with developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the client to be active in the community and help with choosing activities.
• Support in the person’s home and community, including swimming and dancing.
• Travel to different locations to accompany to activities and events; flexible schedule.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Reliability

Independent work

Driver's license

Job description

1:1 Part-Time Support Staff Needed – Syracuse, NY (MD-HS)A 15-year-old female in the Syracuse area is looking for a Direct Support Professional to assist her with being active in her community and help her with choosing activities to her liking. She spends most of her time dancing, swimming, shopping, and spending time with her family or going to the local YMCA. The ideal candidate is creative and engaging, active and patient, and willing to travel to different locations. The ideal candidate should be very active and willing to go swimming and dancing.This is a part-time position, but additional hours are available with other people receiving services.at the agency.Saturday and Sunday 11am to 3pmStarting pay is $19.25/hour and increases with years of relevant experience.Syracuse, 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 drivers licenseEffective 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.