Direct Support Professional - Highland Supported Apartment

Job DetailsJob Location: HIGHLAND, NY 12528Salary Range: $20.00 - $21.50 HourlyDIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL We are seeking someone interested in a part time position assisting a 50+ year old woman  in a supportive like apartment setting working one to one. Provide transportation, shopping trips, and other community activities.  Available Positions are Saturday/Sunday 12pm- 5pm 10 hrs/wk, Monday - Friday 830am-1030am 10 hrs/wk and Monday - Thursday 3pm-7pm.  What is a Direct Support Professional (DSP)? Our DSPs play an important role in the lives of people with intellectual or developmental disabilities who receive supports from Greystone Programs. You will engage in a variety of work activities that teach important life skills to help people enhance their independence, achieve personal goals, meet their healthcare needs, participate in life-enriching activities, be active in their local community and live their fullest life possible. No previous experience is needed. We look for dependable, compassionate people who would enjoy helping others achieve goals and independence. This is a job where you can share your hobbies and interests with others and engage in recreational activities with the people you support. Typical tasks a DSP will do during the course of their shift include hands-on support and instruction, providing transportation using our vehicles, assisting people in maintaining their living environment, preparing meals, administering medication, using our computer systems to document the work you do and helping people enhance their communication skills. Why should you consider a career as a DSP? We offer a formal Career Ladder to advance your job and pay. Receive your first promotion and pay increase after just 3 months. We pay a higher pay rate for weekend shifts and Holidays. A job as a DSP can put you on the path to a career as an LPN, RN, Behavior Technician, Coach, Recreation Specialist, Psychologist, Occupational/Physical Therapist, Social Worker, ABA Specialist, Registered Behavior Specialist, Manager and more. We offer specialized training in applied behavior analysis and medication administration with pay increases for successful certification. Retired, but looking for a meaningful way to spend your time? Come and explore a job in direct care where you can work close to home and make your own schedule. Your community needs you! There are great people in your local area that need supports to live their best life.   Retention Bonus of $250 paid after 6 months of successful employment Qualifications.