Community Hab - Direct Support Professional

WILDWOOD PROGRAMS INC • Latham, NY

1d • $18 - $18

About The Position

Community Habilitation -Direct Support Professional This position is less than 20 hours /week Pay rate $18.45/hr Who we are: Wildwood Programs is a proud provider of educational, residential, employment, and other community-based supports to people with disabilities and their families. We hire those dedicated to making a difference in people’s lives. Click to learn more about Wildwood Who are we looking for: We are hiring people who enjoy working with others and will promote independence, self-esteem and community integration, to individuals with developmental disabilities. Summary: As a community Habilitation DSP you are matched to an individual based on likes, location and availability. Generally you will be going out into the community with the individual. This position requires a great amount of commitment, self-motivation and solid communication skills.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• A valid NYS driver's license and ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.
• Access to a vehicle needed to provide services.

Responsibilities

• The work is usually one to one
• Participates in a person centered approach to program plan development and participates in activities to build competencies and integrate individuals into their communities.
• Assists individuals we serve to identify social, recreation and other community resources the individual may wish to access and devise plans to achieve that access.
• Negotiates schedules and daily activities directly with the individual and/or caregiver.
• Establish and maintain regular hours with individual(s) that you work with
• Completes all mandated reporting requirements by Wildwood and regulating agencies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees