Relief Direct Support Specialist — Empower Independence

The Center for Disability Services; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Center for Disability Services is seeking Relief Direct Support Professionals to support individuals in the Capital Region. You will participate in planning and interdisciplinary teams, assisting with daily care, promoting independence, and respecting personal choices while adhering to each person’s care plan.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, be at least 18, and able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year of related experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old and able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a member of the person’s planning, implementation, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Assist, promote, and provide independence in the daily treatment, care, and services of the people we support.
• Respect the person’s choices, lifestyle, and their dignity to take informed risks.
• Help implement personalized habilitation services, outlined in their personalized care plan.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Center for Disability Services is seeking Relief Direct Support Professionals to support individuals in the Capital Region. You will participate in planning and interdisciplinary teams, assisting with daily care, promoting independence, and respecting personal choices while adhering to each person’s care plan.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, be at least 18, and able to lift up to 50 pounds.