Direct Support Professional - OMH - Full Time - Evenings

Intandem; City of Olean (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Intandem in United States, New York, is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist residents with mental health needs, promoting independence and well-being in our Residential OMH program.

The role requires flexible hours, light housekeeping, meal planning, and medication administration as needed, with training provided to support ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform all job functions.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid New York State driver’s license per policy.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents to be independent and promote their well-being.
• Light housekeeping, meal planning, and medication administration as needed.
• Advocate for residents to communicate wants/needs and participate in community recreation.
• Attend regularly scheduled trainings to enhance skills.

Skills

Flexible hours

Positive role model

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

JOB TITLE: Direct Support Professional

CLASSIFICATION: Full Time, Non-Exempt

PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT: Residential, OMH

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Residential Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you get to enhance quality of life for people with mental health needs 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

Valid New York State driver’s license that meets the Agency’s driving policy

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 per hour starting rate