What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Hab - Direct Support Professional - Saratoga position at WILDWOOD PROGRAMS INC?
Community Habilitation -Direct Support Professional -Saratoga
This position is less than 20 hours /week
Pay rate $18.45/hr
Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
- A valid NYS driver's license and ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.
- Access to a vehicle needed to provide services.
Who we are:
Wildwood Programs is a proud provider of educational, residential, employment, and other community-based supports to people with disabilities and their families. We hire those dedicated to making a difference in people’s lives. Click to learn more about Wildwood
Who are we looking for:
We are hiring people who enjoy working with others and will promote independence, self-esteem and community integration, to individuals with developmental disabilities.
Summary: As a community Habilitation DSP you are matched to an individual based on likes, location and availability. Generally you will be going out into the community with the individual. This position requires a great amount of commitment, self-motivation and solid communication skills.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following (Other duties may be assigned):
The work is usually one to one
- Participates in a person centered approach to program plan development and participates in activities to build competencies and integrate individuals into their communities.
- Assists individuals we serve to identify social, recreation and other community resources the individual may wish to access and devise plans to achieve that access.
- Negotiates schedules and daily activities directly with the individual and/or caregiver. Establish and maintain regular hours with individual(s) that you work with
- Completes all mandated reporting requirements by Wildwood and regulating agencies.
Qualifications:
Additional Requirements:
- A valid NYS driver's license and ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.
- May need daily access to a vehicle based on program needs.
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