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“Find YOUR mission”
Now Hiring Direct Support Professionals in our Residential Program
Joining Saratoga Bridges is more than a job, it’s a Mission;
Teamwork: be inspired and work with a great team of Direct Support Professionals whose soul mission is to provide the best possible supports for persons with differing abilities.
Culture: supportive, welcoming, and hard working with a person first approach and a focus on our mission.
Learning and Development: we welcome people both new and experienced to the field. We provide in-depth training to get you started. Additional training and mentoring are available for those who want to advance their careers.
What you will do: assist people to fulfill their expectations in life, whether it be at home, in the community, on vacation, or at work. The Direct Support Professional role is extremely important to those who will rely on you to be there for support. You will be a change agent in their lives.
Our training is located in Ballston Spa, however, we are hiring for locations in Clifton Park, Ballston Spa, Saratoga, Greenfield, and Corinth. Chances are we have a location near you!
We offer:
The rate of pay is commensurate with experience, shift differentials and site assignments.
For over 60 years Saratoga Bridges has been a well-known and accomplished leader in providing services for persons with differing abilities. We invite you to “Come Find YOUR mission” with us.
Full Time
$32k-35k (estimate)
05/20/2023
07/03/2024
saratogabridges.org
BALLSTON SPA, NY
200 - 500
1953
Private
VALERIE MURATORI
$10M - $50M
The job skills required for Direct Support Professional include Laundry, Intellectual Disabilities, Flexibility, Health Insurance, etc. Having related job skills and expertise will give you an advantage when applying to be a Direct Support Professional. That makes you unique and can impact how much salary you can get paid. Below are job openings related to skills required by Direct Support Professional. Select any job title you are interested in and start to search job requirements.
The following is the career advancement route for Direct Support Professional positions, which can be used as a reference in future career path planning. As a Direct Support Professional, it can be promoted into senior positions as a Home Care Aide I that are expected to handle more key tasks, people in this role will get a higher salary paid than an ordinary Direct Support Professional. You can explore the career advancement for a Direct Support Professional below and select your interested title to get hiring information.
If you are interested in becoming a Direct Support Professional, you need to understand the job requirements and the detailed related responsibilities. Of course, a good educational background and an applicable major will also help in job hunting. Below are some tips on how to become a Direct Support Professional for your reference.
Step 1: Understand the job description and responsibilities of an Accountant.
Quotes from people on Direct Support Professional job description and responsibilities
Assisting clients with daily personal tasks, including bathing and dressing.
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Completing housekeeping tasks such as vacuuming, washing dishes and tidying.
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Helping plan client appointments and organize a schedule.
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Organizing with transportation arrangements to appointments.
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Shopping for groceries and preparing meals that meet specific client dietary needs.
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Step 2: Knowing the best tips for becoming an Accountant can help you explore the needs of the position and prepare for the job-related knowledge well ahead of time.
Career tips from people on Direct Support Professional jobs
First aid certified.
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Understanding of various disabilities.
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These support professionals need to maintain composure and approach crisis situations calmly.
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Employers must be able to rely on their support professionals to show up on time and reliably complete all assigned tasks.
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Knowledgeable about patient care
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Step 3: View the best colleges and universities for Direct Support Professional.