Direct Support Specialist (All Shifts, Full/Part-Time)

NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities; Jamestown (NY); On-site; USD 50,819 - 54,884; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Geographical differential pay

Job summary

A state agency for developmental support is seeking Direct Support Assistants in Jamestown for full-time or part-time roles across all shifts. Responsibilities include advocating for individuals with developmental disabilities, teaching daily living skills, ensuring personal care, and maintaining a safe environment. Candidates should be compassionate and dedicated to enhancing individual wellbeing. Competitive salary range is $50,819.00 – $54,884.00 based on qualifications and experience. Email applications are welcome.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing person-centered supports and services for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Ability to advocate, guide, and teach individuals in expressing personal choice.
• Skills in developing daily living habits and ensuring community integration.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal-centered support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Assist individuals in expressing personal choices and developing daily living skills.
• Ensure health, safety, and maintain a healthy home environment.

Skills

Advocacy

Teaching daily living skills

Community integration

Personal needs care

Job description

A state agency for developmental support is seeking Direct Support Assistants in Jamestown for full-time or part-time roles across all shifts. Responsibilities include advocating for individuals with developmental disabilities, teaching daily living skills, ensuring personal care, and maintaining a safe environment. Candidates should be compassionate and dedicated to enhancing individual wellbeing. Competitive salary range is $50,819.00 – $54,884.00 based on qualifications and experience. Email applications are welcome.