Direct Support Professional - Per Diem I

Lifetime Assistance, Inc.; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 24,025 - 25,402; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

No-Premium Health Insurance

Education Support

Paid Training

Career Growth

Work-Life Harmony

Caring Culture

Job summary

Lifetime Assistance, Inc. in Rochester, NY is hiring a Direct Support Professional – Per Diem I to provide essential personal care and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

This on-site, part-time role offers starting wages of $17.44 per hour with a per diem schedule and minimum 16 hours every two weeks. Responsibilities include implementing care plans, ensuring safety, maintaining EHR documentation, and fostering community inclusion.

Qualifications

• Provide personal care and daily living support.
• Follow individualized care plans (IPOP, SAP, BSP, PONS).
• Maintain documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Pass required background checks and clearances.

Responsibilities

• Provide respectful personal care including bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, and meal support.
• Support individual goals, independence, and skill development while promoting community inclusion.
• Implement individualized plans including IPOP, SAP, BSP, and PONS.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the EHR.
• Ensure health, safety, dignity, and well-being at all times, reporting concerns immediately.
• Foster positive communication with individuals, families, co-workers, and supervisors.
• Drive agency vehicles to transport individuals to appointments, programs, or community outings.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Basic Computer Skills

Flexibility

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Job Summary

• Posted: July 15, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site
• Rate: $17.44 USD per hour

Location

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• Pay or shift range: $17.44 USD to $18.44 USD

The listed salary range reflects the budgeted compensation for this position. Final offers may vary based on factors such as the candidate’s experience, education, qualifications, and other job-related considerations.

Description

Lifetime Assistance – Direct Support Professional – Per Diem I

Make an Impact. Create Joy. Shape the Future.

At Lifetime Assistance, our mission is to foster independence, dignity, and respect for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Working with us goes beyond just a job—it’s a chance to transform lives, including your own.

Position Overview

Job Title: Direct Support Professional – Per Diem I

Location: Rochester, NY 14624 – Needed specifically in Spencerport

Department: Relief

Reports To: Workforce Management

Employment Type: Per Diem - Minimum of 16 Hours every 2 weeks required

Starting Wage: $17.44/hr (Day Services) | $18.47/hr (Residential)

Why You Should Work for Lifetime Assistance?

• No-Premium Health Insurance: Access comprehensive healthcare without added cost.
• Education Support: Tuition assistance, scholarships — 50% off tuition for two courses per semester plus up to $3,000 scholarship per semester — plus micro-credential stipends up to $750 and SUNY partnerships.
• Paid Training & Coaching: Receive hands‑on onboarding with a Success Coach, immersive learning, e‑learning, and ongoing paid training.
• Career Growth: Clear pathways to advancement, leadership training, and coaching support.
• Work-Life Harmony: Generous paid time off and supportive scheduling.
• Join a Caring Culture: Be part of a compassionate, mission‑driven team that values every person — both those we support and our employees alike.

Your Core Responsibilities

• Provide respectful personal care including bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, and meal support.
• Support individual goals, independence, and skill development while promoting community inclusion.
• Implement individualized plans including IPOP, SAP, BSP, and PONS.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Ensure health, safety, dignity, and well‑being at all times, reporting concerns immediately.
• Foster positive communication with individuals, families, co‑workers, and supervisors.
• Drive agency vehicles to transport individuals to appointments, programs, or community outings.

What You Bring

• Compassion, patience, dependability, and respect for others.
• Ability to follow individualized care plans and maintain required supervision levels.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and communication.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving abilities.
• Flexibility to work at various sites and shifts as needed.
• Ability to lift/move up to 35 pounds and perform physical care responsibilities.
• Required: Maintain certifications in SCIP‑R and First Aid/CPR (training provided).
• Must pass required background checks and clearances (SCR, fingerprinting, SEL, MHL).
• Preferred: Prior experience in human services or direct care.

Our Mission & Culture

• Mission-Driven Work: Empowering individuals to live with independence and purpose—here, your work truly matters.
• Inclusive & Supportive: A workplace built on respect, dignity, and a shared vision of inclusion.
• Community Impact: Join efforts that reflect Lifetime Assistance’s dedication to community partnerships and enhanced quality of life for all.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lifetime Assistance is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to inclusive hiring practices without regard to race, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

I am part of something bigger… Being a Lifetime Assistance employee means everything to me. — Kimberly C, Family Coordinator of Community Services, celebrating her 30th year with us

Equal Opportunity Employer
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