Self-Direction Support Staff

AccessCNY, Inc.; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

AccessCNY, Inc. in Onondaga County is seeking a Self-Direction Support Staff member to assist individuals in Self-Direction services, helping them achieve independence and stay safe.

The role involves assisting with daily living activities, monitoring health, fostering advocacy and community connections, and administering medications as needed. Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Basic word processing and e-mail skills are required.
• Experience working with people with disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assistance with personal needs and activities of daily living (ADL).
• Monitoring health and safety, building advocacy, decision making, and community connections.
• Administer medication and treatment plans.

Skills

Basic word processing & email skills

Experience with people with disABILITi

Job description

Self-Direction Support Staff

Reports to: Fiscal Intermediary

Location: Onondaga & Surrounding Counties

Schedule: Part Time & Full Time Schedules Available

Pay Rate: $17.00 - $20.00+ Hourly (hourly rate based on participant's budget)

The people we care for come from all walks of life, and so do we. We strive to diversify our workforce, not because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our agency stronger!

About Us

With a history stretching back more than 70 years, AccessCNY is continually growing and expanding our reach. Offering person-centered services that empower individuals of all ages and abilities to reach their full potential as part of our community. Our focus is supporting individuals by ways of residential housing, mental health and clinical services, and immersing our participants in community engagement. Working closely with the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities and the Office of Mental Health, we support 27 housing locations and 3 administrative buildings.

About the Role:

We are looking for a proactive employee to provide person-centered services to support and assist individuals in Self-Direction services to achieve independence and maintain their health and safety.

Responsibilities include:

• Assistance with personal needs and activities of daily living (ADL)
• Monitoring health and safety, building advocacy, decision making, and community connections
• Administer medication and treatment plans

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Basic word processing and e-mail skills, required. Experience working with people with disabilities, preferred.

Conditions of Employment

Must possess a valid driver's license and transportation. Must be able to demonstrate direct care duties including personal assistance.