Direct Support Specialist - Empower Independence & Community

ARISE CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICE INC; Town of Cicero (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

Indera is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist a young man with developmental delay in the Cicero area. You will help promote independence at home and in community settings, taking him out to explore interests and support daily activities.

Reliable transportation, an HS diploma or GED, and a willingness to adapt to a varied schedule (M–F, possible Saturdays) are required. Background checks will be conducted prior to hire.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Effective 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist with taking individual out to explore interests.
• Support independence at home and in community settings.
• Provide consistent, reliable assistance to the young man according to his needs.
• Adapt to varying schedules; work Monday–Friday and possibly Saturdays (15 hours/week max).
• Ensure safety and promote dignity and independence during activities.

Skills

Driver's license

Communication

Organization

Flexibility

Reliability

Developmental disabilities experience

Education

HS diploma/GED

Job description

Indera is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist a young man with developmental delay in the Cicero area. You will help promote independence at home and in community settings, taking him out to explore interests and support daily activities.

Reliable transportation, an HS diploma or GED, and a willingness to adapt to a varied schedule (M–F, possible Saturdays) are required. Background checks will be conducted prior to hire.