Part-Time Direct Support Professional – Residential Care & Growth

Lifetime Assistance, Inc.; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

No-Premium Health Insurance

Education Support

Paid Training & Coaching

Career Growth

Work-Life Harmony

Caring Culture

Job summary

Lifetime Assistance, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional – Residential for various residential home locations in New York. This part-time role runs evenings and weekends (3pm-10pm Fri/Sat, 3pm-11pm Sun) with a starting wage of $21.55 per hour plus shift differential.

You will provide hands-on care, support plans, and promote independence and community inclusion. No prior experience is required; we value empathy, reliability, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Must have First Aid/CPR certification.
• SCIP-R certification is required.
• Medication Administration certification (or ability to obtain).
• Vehicle Operator requirements must be met.
• Background checks/clearances (SCR, Fingerprinting, SEL, MHL).
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer literacy for documentation in the EHR.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance with daily living activities.
• Support individuals in developing independence and social skills.
• Ensure health, safety, and well-being, including medication administration (if certified).
• Implement and document progress on individualized service plans.
• Encourage community integration and participation in activities.
• Drive agency vehicles for transportation as needed.
• Maintain positive, professional communication with individuals, families, and colleagues.
• Complete required trainings and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Empathy

Reliability

Communication

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

Lifetime Assistance, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional – Residential for various residential home locations in New York. This part-time role runs evenings and weekends (3pm-10pm Fri/Sat, 3pm-11pm Sun) with a starting wage of $21.55 per hour plus shift differential.

You will provide hands-on care, support plans, and promote independence and community inclusion. No prior experience is required; we value empathy, reliability, and strong communication.