Overnight Direct Support Professional

Racker; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 25,485 - 28,240; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

No premium Individual Health Insurance

20% Discount on Childcare Services

Job summary

A community support organization in the Town of Ithaca is seeking a Direct Support Professional to join its Residential Program. The role involves supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in daily living activities, including meal preparation, cleaning, and personal care tasks. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, effective teamwork, and strong communication skills. Benefits include tuition assistance and individual health insurance options.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Day‑to‑day duties may include cooking, cleaning, shopping, meal preparation, and laundry.
• Assist residents with eating, getting in and out of wheelchair, bathing, etc.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Commitment to diversity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Earn $18.50 per hour! In addition, we offer $hift Differentials for Weekend and Overnight Shifts. Earn as much as $20.50 to start! Positions available in Tompkins, Cortland, and Tioga Counties.

Overview

Join our Residential Program to support individuals with developmental disabilities with their daily living activities, creating opportunities to be full and engaged members of their communities. Our Direct Support Professional staff work as part of a team in a group home setting, supporting residents with household tasks such as meal planning and preparation, laundry and light housework, as well as assisting with personal care as required. In terms of work locations listed above, you will have the option of expressing your preferred locations at time of interview.

Benefits

We offer Tuition Assistance, a No premium Individual Health Insurance Plan option, and a 20% Discount on Childcare Services for children and grandchildren of staff.

Responsibilities

• Day‑to‑day duties may include cooking, cleaning, shopping, meal preparation, and laundry.
• Assist residents with eating, getting in and out of wheelchair, bathing, etc. as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Commitment to furthering human interdependence.

Our approach to Diversity and Inclusion: "A world where all people know they belong."