What are the responsibilities and job description for the Support Staff position at Future Centered Care?
Position: Community and Direct Support Staff
Location: Bedford, NY
Schedule: Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:00am/10:00am - 4:00pm with some flexibility from week to week
Pay: $37 an hour paid through client's Fiscal Intermediary (Hamaspik)
Mileage: Mileage reimbursement provided for community outings
Additional: Lunch stipend provided
About the Position:
We are seeking a caring, reliable, and energetic companion to work with a young woman in her early 20's with Global Apraxia. The ideal candidate will enjoy building a meaningful relationship, getting out into the community, and helping her explore new activities and experiences while providing support with daily routines and independence.
Responsibilities
- Provide support with activities of daily living (ADLs), including occasional assistance with dressing, bathing, and toileting as needed
- Provide supervision and assistance with ADLs, mobility, and navigating the community
- Support participation in community activities, outings, and social opportunities
- Help identify and introduce new activities, experiences, and interests
- Encourage independence, confidence, social engagement, and meaningful participation in the community
- Provide companionship, encouragement, and positive support throughout the day
- Help create a safe, engaging, and supportive environment
- Drive your own vehicle for community outings; mileage will be reimbursed at the current rate of $0.76/mile
Ideal Candidate
- Patient, compassionate, reliable, and dependable
- Comfortable providing occasional hands-on personal care when needed
- Enjoys working with young adults with developmental disabilities
- Creative and willing to think of new activities and community experiences
- Comfortable driving and spending time in the community
- Enjoys building relationships and supporting someone's independence
- Looking for a consistent part-time position with some flexibility from week to week
Pay: $37.00 per hour
Expected hours: 14.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $37