On-Call Direct Support Professional - Grant residence

Cadient, LLC; Town of Woodstock (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc Mid Hudson in Woodstock seeks an On-Call Direct Support Professional to provide support and skills training to residents with developmental and intellectual disabilities in a residential setting and within the community.

Grant residence hosts five people; a high school diploma or GED is desired, NYS driver's license required, basic computer skills, and training including Van Certification, SCIP, First Aid/CPR, and Medication Administration.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Training will include Van Certification, SCIP, First Aid/CPR, and Medication Administration certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and skills training to residents with developmental and intellectual disabilities in a residential setting and in the community.
• Support residents in daily activities and promote independence and community integration.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Post-high-school Human Services education

Tools

Van Certification

SCIP

First Aid/CPR

Medication Administration certification

Job description

On-Call Direct Support Professional - Grant residence

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

Grant is the home to fivepeople and is located in a beautiful neighborhood in Woodstock, and is a short drive to the village. The people who live at Grant enjoy engaging with the staff who work there, who truly become a big part of their lives.

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 certific ation.

HOURS:On-call/as needed

STARTING SALARY: $ 18.26to $ 20.09per hour, with additional shift differentials as applicable