Direct Care Worker, Personal Care Assistant, Community Support Specialist, Residential Aide, Habilitation Specialist
About The Position
The Direct Care Worker provides hands-on support to individuals with developmental, intellectual, or physical disabilities. The role assists with daily living activities, encourages independence and personal growth, and supports individuals’ participation in the community. It also involves maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment, documenting services, reporting changes in behavior or health, and collaborating with families, caregivers, and clinical teams on individualized care plans. The position is full-time in Niagara Falls, New York, with a listed pay rate of $19 per hour. The posting also lists Personal Care Assistant, Community Support Specialist, Residential Aide, and Habilitation Specialist as related role titles.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 6 months of experience working in the field with individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Certification as an HHA, CNA, or NA; SCIP and AMAP certificates are also accepted.
Responsibilities
- Provide hands-on support to individuals with developmental, intellectual, or physical disabilities.
- Assist with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Accompany individuals to appointments, events, or activities to support community involvement.
- Teach life skills and encourage personal growth to foster independence.
- Maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment.
- Document services provided and report changes in behavior or health to supervisors.
- Collaborate with families, caregivers, and clinical teams to support individualized care plans.
Benefits
- Competitive pay for eligible employees.
- Medical coverage.
- Dental coverage.
- Vision coverage.
- Prescription coverage.
- Short-term disability.
- 401(k).
- Employee assistance program.
- Childcare assistance.
- Discounts.
- Paid holidays.
- Longevity bonuses.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
