Direct Support Professional - Olean - Full Time- Various

Intandem Solutions; City of Olean (NY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Intandem Solutions in Allegany, NY is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with developmental disabilities in our residential OPWDD program. You will promote independence, provide healthcare support, and help with meals and daily activities on a full- or part-time basis.

The DSP role requires flexible hours, a positive demeanor, and a commitment to safety and community integration. Starting pay is $17 per hour with potential to earn up to $20, depending on training

Qualifications

• Minimum Education, Training & Experience: Ability to perform all job functions.
• Preferred Education, Training & Experience: High school diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals to be as independent as possible.
• Promote health, safety and well-being; manage light housekeeping and meal planning.
• Administer medications as needed and support community integration.

Skills

Flexible hours

Positive role model

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Direct Support Professional - Olean - Full Time- Various

Allegany, NY 14706, USA

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Direct Support Professional

CLASSIFICATION: Full or Part Time, Non-Exempt

PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT: Residential, OPWDD

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Residential Manager

POSITION SUMMARY: As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you get to enhance the 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:

• Work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
• Be a positive role model for people with disabilities and other staff

SALARY:

$17-20

Starting rate of $17 with the potential to earn up to $20 with successful completion of training and/or applicable location and shift differentials.

Benefits – Intandem

An equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.