Direct Support Professional NA-CS

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

Job summary

Indera is seeking a Part-Time Direct Support Professional in Syracuse, NY to assist a 45-year-old woman with independence, community participation, and daily living activities. You will help with transportation, scheduling cab rides, reminders, and accompanying her to activities such as coloring clubs and bingo.

The role requires patient, engaging communication, reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and flexibility in scheduling.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate should be engaging and patient to understand her situation.
• Must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver's license.
• Effective communication and strong organizational skills are required.
• Flexibility with assignments and schedule is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with scheduling appointments and arranging cab rides.
• Support with daily living tasks and community activities.
• Help identify apartments and contact landlords as needed.
• Encourage participation in community activities and maintain independence.

Job description

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 – Syracuse, NY (AN –CS)A 45-year-old female in the Syracuse, New York area who is looking for a Direct Support Professional to assist her with, maintaining a clean and safe home, explore resources for a healthy lifestyle, and increasing her independence.With her free time, she enjoys going shopping, socializing, and taking walks in community parks. She also likes coloring and participating in group activities such as bingo and a coloring club. She requires assistance with scheduling cab rides and receiving reminders for those appointments. She would also like to return to GED classes once she has a stable place to live. Staff may encourage her to explore other free activities in the community that may interest her.The ideal candidate should be engaging, patient to understand her situation, and willing to assist with making calls and scheduling appointments, including helping her find apartments and contact potential landlords.The ideal candidate must be creative in discussing and exploring different activities based on her interests and preferences, choosing activities she enjoys that also promote positive community involvement.This is a part-time position, but additional hours are available with other people receiving services at the agency.Hours and days of work: Looking for 5 days a week, Monday-Friday from 9AM-2PMStarting pay: Starting pay is $19.25 /hour and increases with years of relevant experience.Location: Syracuse, NYMust have a valid driver's licenseMust be at least 18 years oldEffective 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.