Direct Support Professional - Supportive Apartments - Full Time - Days

JOB TITLE: Direct Support Professional

CLASSIFICATION: Full Time, Non-Exempt

PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT:   Supportive Apartments

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:  Program Supervisor – Supportive Apartments

POSITION SUMMARY: Enables the people we support to lead a self-directed, independent life and to contribute to his/her community by providing formal instruction, guidance, and support, as well as by endorsing the development of attitudes and behaviors that enhance quality of life and inclusion into the community. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Education, Training & Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent

Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record and dependable transportation

Preferred Education, Training & Experience:
One to two (1-2) years of experience working with people with developmental disabilities, and/or dually diagnosed intellectual developmental disability and mental health disorders.

Any teaching or training experience.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Ability to work flexible hours

Ability to be available and responsive to “on call" demands

Ability to transport the people we serve in Agency van or personal vehicle

Ability to demonstrate solid judgment and initiative

Ability to identify fluctuations in the needs of the people we serve and take appropriate action

Ability to effectively communicate orally, in writing, telephone, 1-on-1, or in groups

Ability to deal with multiple tasks efficiently

Ability to obtain and maintain medication administration certification

Ability to obtain and maintain CPI certification

Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position

Ability to balance the needs of the people we serve and Agency

Ability to react appropriately to emergency or other unusual situations

SALARY:

$17 per hour starting rate

$17.50 per hour rate of pay following successful completion of medication administration training 

$150 stipend per week when on call

SCHEDULE:

Monday- Friday 8am-4:30pm

In 2018, two regional chapters of NYSARC joined forces and embarked on a journey to set a new standard for collaboration among agencies serving individuals with disabilities.

The two organizations have a rich history—both with the communities they serve and in which they serve, along with their independent brand identities. In identifying a parent brand, all parties worked together to craft a likeness that honors both the heritage of each agency and their combined mission to improve the lives of individuals with disabilities.

Throughout the brainstorming meetings, one theme prevailed—togetherness. While the process, funding, legislation, and even definition of what it means to serve people with disabilities has changed dramatically over the tenure of our organizations, one thing that has not changed is the commitment to togetherness. Both organizations recognize that, as people, we’re better together—disabilities or not, Olean or Niagara, it doesn’t matter. Togetherness works.