What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional - Community Habilitation position at Mozaic?
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DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP) - Community Habilitation
Mozaic is seeking Community Habilitation Direct Support Professionals. Community Habilitation (Com Hab) staff support individuals in becoming more actively engaged in their communities by offering opportunities to build connections, develop independence, and enhance daily living skills.
Community Habilitation offers a variety of skill-building activities, such as cooking classes to promote meal preparation skills, as well as assistance with attending medical appointments, managing finances, and improving cleaning and organizational abilities.
In addition to these supports, Com Hab also plans recreational outings to encourage social engagement and community participation. These outings may include trips to the zoo, museums, amusement parks, theater performances, movies, and other enjoyable activities.
Pay Rate: $16.75-$18.75/hr. based on experience!
Location: Waterloo or Seneca Falls, New York
Direct Support Professional (DSP) Schedule:
Tuesday - Saturday, with some planned evenings and weekends
Hours are flexible for mornings and evenings
Direct Support Professional (DSP) Qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent required. Minimally, one year of experience working with people with developmental disabilities or an associate degree in human services or a related field is required. A Valid Driver's License is required.
Direct Support Professional (DSP) Benefits Include:
- Work Today, Get Paid Today
- Eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness Program & Tuition Reimbursement
- 20 Paid Vacation Days and 8 Paid Holidays
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Pet Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts - Medical & Dependent Care
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Pre-Paid Legal Services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Comprehensive Training and Certification Programs
- Wellness Incentives
Why Choose Mozaic?
Mozaic is a not-for-profit organization based in the Finger Lakes Region, specializing in providing services and residential facilities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We are a prominent advocate for supporting and improving the lives of over 2,000 individuals with disabilities in our area.
Mozaic is an EEO/AA/Veteran/Disabled Employer
Salary : $17 - $19