What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional - Youth Home - Per Diem - Temporary (Summer) position at Intandem?
JOB TITLE: Direct Support Professional
CLASSIFICATION: Part Time, Temporary, Non-Exempt
PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT: Residential, OMH – Youth Home
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Residential Manager
POSITION SUMMARY: As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you get to enhance quality of life for people with developmental disabilities by assisting, instructing, and supporting individuals living in our residences to be as independent as possible. Promote the health, safety and well-being of the individuals while building positive, meaningful relationships. Advocate for individuals in our residences to communicate their wants/needs, and integrate them into the community for recreation. Perform various tasks to promote a well-rounded environment by doing light housekeeping, helping individuals plan nutritious meals, and administering medications as needed. Participate in regularly scheduled trainings to enhance skills and knowledge to continue to support the individuals in the best way possible.
QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum Education, Training & Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Ability to perform all job functions
Preferred Education, Training & Experience:
Valid New York State driver’s license that meets the Agency’s driving policy
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
Be a positive role model for people with disabilities and other staff
SALARY:
$16 per hour
Full Job Description Available Upon Request
Benefits – Intandem Contact us for more Information
An equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
CLASSIFICATION: Part Time, Temporary, Non-Exempt
PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT: Residential, OMH – Youth Home
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Residential Manager
POSITION SUMMARY: As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you get to enhance quality of life for people with developmental disabilities by assisting, instructing, and supporting individuals living in our residences to be as independent as possible. Promote the health, safety and well-being of the individuals while building positive, meaningful relationships. Advocate for individuals in our residences to communicate their wants/needs, and integrate them into the community for recreation. Perform various tasks to promote a well-rounded environment by doing light housekeeping, helping individuals plan nutritious meals, and administering medications as needed. Participate in regularly scheduled trainings to enhance skills and knowledge to continue to support the individuals in the best way possible.
QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum Education, Training & Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Ability to perform all job functions
Preferred Education, Training & Experience:
Valid New York State driver’s license that meets the Agency’s driving policy
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
Be a positive role model for people with disabilities and other staff
SALARY:
$16 per hour
Full Job Description Available Upon Request
Benefits – Intandem Contact us for more Information
An equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Salary : $16