Community Hab/DSP - In Flight : Job Details

At In Flight, Inc. we empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to reach for hopes and dreams and support a meaningful quality of life. In Flight Inc., is a nonprofit that provides support services within a home environment and the community for people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). We are looking for Direct Support Professionals to join our agency. Please look at our website to get to know us. www.inflightinc.org

In Flight's Community Hab department is looking for creative and self-motivated staff to work 1:1 with children and/or adults with developmental disabilities both at home and within the community. You must be able to relate positively to people with developmental disabilities and want to support their goals for a fulfilling life. This is a flexible, fun, and independent position!

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:

This position entails providing one-to-one support to a person with a developmental disability in their homeand community. You must have patience, a personable demeanor, excellent communication skills, and be able to effectively work with minimal direct supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for working with people to achieve valued outcomes set forth in their at home residential habilitation plan as well as their individualized service plans.

What you will be doing:• Teaching new tasks• Assisting in the creation and achievement of life goals• Planning activities within the home and/or community• Working independently while collaborating with other team members• Accurately and promptly documenting services, using provided tablet.Per Diem (5 to 29 hours a week), evenings, and weekends. Cases in Dutchess County (Red Hook, Pine Plains, Veribank, Staatsburg),

$18.50 an hourPAY INCENTIVES Available- Education and Experience **QUARTERLY BONUS- Must work 20 hours per week per quarter to be eligible**

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:· High School Diploma/GED is required; an Associate's Degree is preferred. · No experience required; one year of related experience is preferred. Working as caregiver or with adults with developmental disabilities. Be empathetic and have a team approach to care for the individuals Have excellent written and verbal communication skills Be energetic, creative, and have a sense of humor Be able to attend mandatory trainings as needed

REQUIREMENTS:

• • High School Diploma or GED• Pass all NYS and OPWDD background clearances.• Attending a full multi-day orientation in Red Hook• USE OF YOUR OWN VEHICLE / Valid NYS driver license with approval from agency insurance carrier

*Mileage reimbursement available for any transportation of the person(s) supported

In Flight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Benefits are offered to positions of 30 hours or more.• 3 weeks PTO in the first year along with 56 hours of sick time• 403(b) Retirement company match 2% after one year.• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance for single or family plans• Life Insurance (15K no cost with additional increases available)

Compensation details: 18.5-21 Hourly Wage

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