Direct Support Professional- Day Services - Arc of Onondaga : Job Details

16.82-17.07 per hour | Rochester, NY, USA | Hourly | Full Time

*MUST HAVE DRIVERS LICENSE*

About Us: Lifetime Assistance, Inc. is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive support services to individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. With a mission to empower individuals and promote their independence, we have proudly served our community since 1978. As the 8th largest employer in Rochester, we are committed to building a team of compassionate professionals who share our vision of enhancing the lives of those we serve.

Responsibilities Assist Community Integration Specialist in providing Habilitation and Home Group (for individual assigned) services to individuals in Day Habilitation, in providing of consultation and the Habilitation services or other Individualized Service Plan components for which responsible, in assuring compliance with all applicable Day Habilitation Standards. Will work as a team member with Community Integration Specialist and case manager to ensure that Day Habilitation components of the ISP are delivered. It is the responsibility of the team to ensure that all services are individualized and based on choice.

Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent with six months experience preferable assisting individuals with disabilities, direct experience in a related field or one full year of college education in human services. Must successfully complete all required training including but not limited to First Aid/CPR, SCIP (Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention) and Medication Administration. Must be able to lift, move and transfer up to 50 pounds. Subject to background checks including but not limited to being fingerprinted/criminal history record check, NYS Child Abuse Registry, OPWDD Staff Exclusion List and Mental Health Law 16.34. Must meet LAI Vehicle Operator Requirements/ contain a valid driver's license.

Salary 16.82-17.07/hr.

Location Rochester, NY

Hours 40 hours

Schedule Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm