Direct Support Professional - Paid Training & Benefits

Upstate Cerebral Palsy; Town of Lowville (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Generous PTO

Job summary

Upstate Caring Partners seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist residents with daily living, health and safety, and community activities. The role includes maintaining documentation and collaborating with nurses and team members.

We welcome energetic individuals with no prior experience, offering paid training. Full-time, part-time, and weekend shifts are available, and a valid NYS driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Provide person-centered care and support to residents.
• Assist with daily living activities and health/safety for individuals served.
• Demonstrate empathy and effective communication with team and residents.

Responsibilities

• Provides care, support, and assistance with activities of daily living.
• Participates in agency activities and supports residents in community activities.
• Maintains documentation at residential and day program sites.

Skills

Caregiving

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

Upstate Caring Partners seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist residents with daily living, health and safety, and community activities. The role includes maintaining documentation and collaborating with nurses and team members.

We welcome energetic individuals with no prior experience, offering paid training. Full-time, part-time, and weekend shifts are available, and a valid NYS driver’s license is required.