Part-Time Community Habilitation DSP - Independent Living

Beyond Support Network; Buffalo (NY); Sur place; USD 21 000 - 28 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Beyond Support Network is seeking a Community Habilitation Specialist (DSP) in Erie County for part-time, afternoons and early evenings (10 hours/week). Position involves working 1-1 with individuals with disabilities to promote independence and community participation.

Responsibilities include community integration, transportation, budgeting assistance, and accompanying to medical appointments, with mileage reimbursement for using a personal vehicle. A NYS driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred: 1 year experience in health and human services with individuals with disabilities.
• First Aid, CPR and Defensive Driving required upon hire.

Responsabilités

• Support individuals to live independently in the community.
• Assist with community integration, travel, and transportation.
• Help with money management and budgeting.
• Foster appropriate social interactions and involvement in activities.
• Accompany to medical appointments and understand doctor’s orders.
• Provide additional supports as directed by supervisor.

Connaissances

Time management

Interdisciplinary teamwork

1-1 support

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Behavioral techniques knowledge

Computer software proficiency

First Aid/CPR/Defensive Driving

Formation

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Outils

Computer software

Description du poste

Beyond Support Network is seeking a Community Habilitation Specialist (DSP) in Erie County for part-time, afternoons and early evenings (10 hours/week). Position involves working 1-1 with individuals with disabilities to promote independence and community participation.

Responsibilities include community integration, transportation, budgeting assistance, and accompanying to medical appointments, with mileage reimbursement for using a personal vehicle. A NYS driver's license is required.