On-Call Direct Support Professional - Catskill Day Habilitation

Cadient, LLC; Town of Catskill (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc Mid Hudson is seeking an On-Call Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities at Catskill Day Habilitation. You will provide daily support and skills training in a warm, community-oriented setting, promoting independence and meaningful activities.

Responsibilities include facilitating community volunteering, ensuring safety, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED desired.
• Post-high-school education in Human Services is a definite plus.
• NYS driver's license and basic computer knowledge required.
• Training will include Van Certification, SCIP, First Aid/CPR, and Medication Administration.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and skills training to people with developmental and intellectual disabilities in a day habilitation setting and within the community.
• Help participants engaging in community volunteering and build relationships in the community.
• Collaborate with staff to implement individual plans and maintain safety and documentation as required.

Skills

Compassionate

Patience

Creativity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Post-high-school education in Human Services

Tools

Van Certification

SCIP

First Aid/CPR

Medication Administration certification

Job description

On-Call Direct Support Professional - Catskill Day Habilitation

T he Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides support and skills training to people with developmental and intellectual disabilities in a day habilitation setting and within the community.

Catskill Day Habilitation is located in the village of Catskill,close tomany shopping centers where individuals at the Day Habtake partin a variety of volunteer opportunities, allowing them to build relationships in the community. These opportunities include Meals on Wheels, volunteering at Goodwill, and the local food pantry. Twenty-fiveadults are supported at this Day Hab. DSP's whoare compassionate, patient and creative will enjoy working at Catskill Day Hab.

A high school diploma or GED is desired. Post-high-school education in Human Services is a definite plus. An acceptable NYS driver's license and basic computer knowledge are a must. An informative, paid new hire orientation is provided in a comfortable learning environment. Training will also include Van Certification, SCIP, First Aid/CPR, and Medication Administration certification.

HOURS: As needed/Monday through Friday/8:00 am to 4:00 pm

STARTING SALARY: $ 18.06to $ 19.87per hour

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