Direct Support Professional DN-SH
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Exceptional Family Resources
NY
Summary
The Direct Support Professional will assist a 15-year-old girl and her brother with activities of daily living and support their hobbies at home. Responsibilities include providing personal care, following seizure protocols, and facilitating engagement in sensory activities.
Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: LaFayette - LaFayette, NY 13084, Position Type: Per Diem, Education Level: None, Salary Range: $17.50 - $20.50Hourly, Job Category: Direct Support Professional, 1:1 Part-Time Support Staff Needed – Lafayette, NY (DN– SH)
A 15-year-old girl living in the Lafayette area is looking for a direct support professional to assist her with pursuing her hobbies, assisting her with her activities of daily living, and supporting her needs at home.
She enjoys spending time on her tablet, playing with sensory toys/activities, being around the company of others and being involved in conversations.
This candidate should be caring, patient, comfortable with personal care and should have the ability to remain calm following seizure protocol. This candidate must be comfortable with working with two individuals at the same time, as she has a 16 year old brother who lives at home as well who will need assistance with similar needs.
This is a part-time position, but additional hours are available with other people receiving services.
at the agency.
Availability: Weekdays 3:30pm-7pm and on weekends 11am-7pm
Starting pay is $17.50/hour and increases with years of relevant experience.
Location: Lafayette, NY
Qualifications:
Must be at least 18 years old.
Ability to work independently in the person’s home and/or community.
Reliable with effective communication and organizational skills
No experience required but experience working with people with disabilities preferred.
New York State Driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance is required; acceptable driving record required.
Must have technology available to download multiple apps for use in the community.
Qualifications:
Must have a valid drivers license
Effective communication and organizational skills required.
Flexibility with assignments and schedule required.
Reliable transportation to arrive to job site at scheduled time.
Experience working with people with Developmental Disabilities preferred.
Must have technology available to download multiple apps for use in the community and abide by Indera's technology policy.
About the company
Exceptional Family Resources
Run by and for people with all types of disabilities, we work to ensure access and independence for all. From advocating for change to working with people to build strong foundations, develop life skills, and live independently, we strive to create a fair and just community in which everyone can fully participate.
About the company
Exceptional Family Resources
Run by and for people with all types of disabilities, we work to ensure access and independence for all. From advocating for change to working with people to build strong foundations, develop life skills, and live independently, we strive to create a fair and just community in which everyone can fully participate.
