Direct Support Professional PL-AM

ARISE CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICE INC; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

ARISE CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICE INC is seeking a Direct Support Professional for a part-time role in Liverpool, NY. The DSP will assist a young man with safety skills and engaging activities, with staff present.

The job may involve travel to various community locations and requires a valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Starting pay is $19.25 per hour for Community Hab, with increases based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to work independently in the person’s home and/or community.
• Reliable with effective communication and organizational skills.
• Experience with people with disabilities preferred.
• New York State Driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance required; acceptable driving record.
• Must have technology available to download multiple apps for use in the community.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist with safety skills and activities for the client.
• Provide support alongside the client and participate with staff.
• Travel to different locations as needed for activities and appointments.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Patience

Willingness to travel

Tools

Smartphone usage

Job description

1:1 Part-Time Support Staff Needed – Liverpool, NY (PL-AM)A 22-year-old man in the Liverpool area is looking for a Direct Support Professional to assist him with safety skills and finding activities that interest him with staff participating alongside him.He spends most of his days at home with his dog, Coco. He enjoys camping, playing games and on his tablet, cooking and live action plays.The ideal candidate is creative and engaging, active and patient, and willing to travel to different locations. The ideal candidate must also be willing to provide personal care when needed with verbal prompts.This is a part-time position, but additional hours are available with other people receiving services.at the agency.Hours and days of work: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday with flexible time for starting/ending.Starting pay: list CH Starting pay is $19.25 for Community Hab and increases with years of relevant experience.Location: Liverpool, NYQualifications:Must be at least 18 years old.Ability to work independently in the person’s home and/or community.Reliable with effective communication and organizational skillsNo experience required but experience working with people with disabilities preferred.New York State Driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance is required; acceptable driving record required.Must have technology available to download multiple apps for use in the community.Must 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.