What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional GC-LD position at ARISE CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICE INC?
1:1 Part-Time Support Staff Needed – Oneida, NY (GC-LD)
A 63-year-old female in the Rome area is looking for a Direct Support Professional to assist her with activities in the community, making healthy food choices and assistance learning independent living skills.
She enjoys meeting new people, participating in fun, interactive activities and getting out into the community more often. She would also like to shop for personal needs and eat at healthier places for lunch.
The ideal candidate is creative and engaging, active and patient, and willing to travel to different locations in the community. The ideal candidate must be open to helping her explore new activities and interests, as well as helping her feel more comfortable while out in the community.
This is a part-time position, but additional hours are available with other people receiving services.
at the agency.
Hours and days of work: Tuesdays and Thursdays; 10am-TBD; *Session cannot be more than 6 hours due to living in an IRA*
Starting pay: Starting pay is $19.25/hour and increases with years of relevant experience.
Location: Oneida, NY
Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Ability to work independently in the person’s home and/or community.
- Reliable with effective communication and organizational skills
- No experience required but experience working with people with disabilities preferred.
- New York State Driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance is required; acceptable driving record required.
- Must have technology available to download multiple apps for use in the community.
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Effective communication and organizational skills required.
- Flexibility with assignments and schedule required.
- Reliable transportation to arrive to job site at scheduled time.
- Experience working with people with Developmental Disabilities preferred.
- Must have technology available to download multiple apps for use in the community and abide by Indera's technology policy.
Salary : $19 - $21