Direct Support Professional - Supportive Apartments - Full Time - Days
- Location
- Olean
- Workplace
- On-site
About this role
JOB TITLE: Direct Support Professional
CLASSIFICATION: Full Time, Non-Exempt
PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT: Supportive Apartments
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Program Supervisor – Supportive Apartments
POSITION SUMMARY: Enables the people we support to lead a self-directed, independent life and to contribute to his/her community by providing formal instruction, guidance, and support, as well as by endorsing the development of attitudes and behaviors that enhance quality of life and inclusion into the community.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Education, Training & Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record and dependable transportation
Preferred Education, Training & Experience:
One to two (1-2) years of experience working with people with developmental disabilities, and/or dually diagnosed intellectual developmental disability and mental health disorders.
Any teaching or training experience.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to work flexible hours
Ability to be available and responsive to “on call" demands
Ability to transport the people we serve in Agency van or personal vehicle
Ability to demonstrate solid judgment and initiative
Ability to identify fluctuations in the needs of the people we serve and take appropriate action
Ability to effectively communicate orally, in writing, telephone, 1-on-1, or in groups
Ability to deal with multiple tasks efficiently
Ability to obtain and maintain medication administration certification
Ability to obtain and maintain CPI certification
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position
Ability to balance the needs of the people we serve and Agency
Ability to react appropriately to emergency or other unusual situations
SALARY:
$17 per hour starting rate
$17.50 per hour rate of pay following successful completion of medication administration training
$150 stipend per week when on call
SCHEDULE:
Monday- Friday 8am-4:30pm
Full Job Description Available Upon Request
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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.
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