On-Call Direct Support Professional - Training & Impact

The Arc Mid Hudson; Town of Catskill, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc Mid Hudson is seeking an On-Call Direct Support Professional at the McGiffert residence in Catskill, NY. This DSP helps individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities through skill-building, supervision, and community participation in a residential setting and beyond.

Required: a high school diploma or GED, NYS driver’s license, and basic computer knowledge. Training includes Van Certification, SCIP, First Aid/CPR, and Medication Administration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Post-high-school education in Human Services is a definite plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and skills training to people with developmental and intellectual disabilities in a residential setting and in the community.
• Assist residents with daily living activities and community inclusion.

Skills

Residential support

Motivation

Patience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Post-high-school Human Services education

Tools

Van Certification

SCIP

First Aid/CPR

Medication Administration certification

Job description

The Arc Mid Hudson is seeking an On-Call Direct Support Professional at the McGiffert residence in Catskill, NY. This DSP helps individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities through skill-building, supervision, and community participation in a residential setting and beyond.

Required: a high school diploma or GED, NYS driver’s license, and basic computer knowledge. Training includes Van Certification, SCIP, First Aid/CPR, and Medication Administration.