Direct Care Coach (650-03)

Cayuga Centers•Auburn, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Cayuga Centers is hiring a Direct Care Coach to support individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (I/DD). This temporary-to-potentially-permanent position is based in Auburn, New York, and pays $21.02–$26.59 per hour, depending on education and experience. The program uses person-centered, strength-based approaches grounded in Applied Behavior Analysis. It empowers individuals to choose life goals, participate in their communities, and take part in meaningful activities tailored to their interests. The Direct Care Coach helps foster relationships, build skills, and create opportunities for engagement in a supportive environment. The role includes providing direct care, individualized programming, and supervision to assigned individuals, while supporting their personal needs, safety, recreation, and socialization in line with their Service Plans. Coaches also communicate and build relationships with caregivers and family members. The stated schedule is Tuesday and Wednesday, 1:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m.; Thursday and Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; and Saturday, 12:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Sunday and Monday are off.

Requirements

High school diploma and one year of experience working with the I/DD population.
Obtain and maintain OPWDD Medication Administration, First Aid, CPR, and other licensing-agency-mandated certifications within the designated period after hiring.
Valid New York State driver’s license and ability to transport individuals to and from activities as assigned.
Respect individuals as persons of dignity and worth who are capable of growth and development.
Enjoy working in a life-sharing relationship with others.
Able to spend up to several hours a day on your feet.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Able to transport individuals and drive for up to four consecutive hours.
Able to walk, run, jump, and participate in physical activities with individuals.
Able to stand or walk for at least six hours during an eight-hour shift and 10 hours during a 12-hour shift.

Responsibilities

Provide direct care, individual-specific programming, and supervision to one or more assigned individuals from the I/DD population.
Ensure individuals’ safety and well-being while supporting personal needs, recreation, and socialization activities in accordance with Service Plan goals and objectives.
Help establish and sustain an individualized program focus.
Communicate and build relationships with caregivers and family members.
Transport individuals to and from activities as assigned.